Principles of Management Quiz 1

Which of the following best defines an organization?

• A group of friends working together for fun

• . A structured system where people coordinate efforts to achieve common goals

• A temporary gathering of people

• An informal network without objectives

In the Primitive Stage of organizations, what served as the primary organizational structure?

• The tribe

• The state

• The family

• The school

Which stage of organizational evolution marked the beginning of specialized functions and systematic approaches?

• Primitive Stage

• Developmental Stage

• Modern Stage

• Industrial Stage

Which organizational dimension refers to the extent of written documentation, such as policies and manuals?

• Specialization

• Formalization

• Standardization

• . Centralization

The chain of command that defines reporting relationships is referred to as:

• Hierarchy of Authority

• Standardization

• Professionalism

• Span of Control

The dimension that refers to the required level of formal education and expertise in an organization is:

• Formalization

• Specialization

• . Professionalism

• Standardization

Which external factor includes suppliers that provide materials and inputs for operations?

• Financial Sector

• Resource Availability

• Industry Competition

• Government Influence

Which of the following is NOT a feature of effective organizations?

• Clear Vision and Mission

• Growth and Expansion Facilitation

• Ineffective Work Delegation

• Technology Integration

If a company shifts decision-making authority from top executives to middle managers and front-line supervisors, which organizational dimension is being altered?

• Professionalism

• Formalization

• Specialization

• Centralization

The concept of Span of Control refers to:

• The number of departments in an organization

• The number of subordinates a manager can effectively supervise

• The extent of written documentation

• The size of the organization