
Contingency Theory Quiz

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Business
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10th - 12th Grade
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main idea behind Contingency Theory?
Management practices should be adapted to the specific situation.
There is one best way to manage all organizations.
Organizations should always follow a hierarchical structure.
Leadership style should never change.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which component of Contingency Theory emphasizes the need to adapt management practices to external factors?
Environmental context
Leadership style
Task characteristics
Organizational structure
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Contingency Theory suggest leaders should choose their leadership style?
Based on their personal preference
According to the demands of the situation
By maintaining a consistent style
By following a democratic approach always
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key consideration for organizational design according to Contingency Theory?
The size and strategy of the organization
The historical performance of the company
The personal goals of the CEO
The latest management trends
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what way does Contingency Theory assist in leadership development?
By focusing solely on autocratic leadership
By promoting a single leadership style
By identifying suitable leadership styles for different situations
By encouraging leaders to avoid change
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Contingency Theory influence strategic planning?
By aligning strategies with the external environment
By maintaining a fixed strategy
By ignoring market conditions
By focusing only on internal factors
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a limitation of Contingency Theory related to its complexity?
It provides too much specific guidance.
It is too simple to apply in real situations.
It can lead to complex and contradictory practices.
It always results in the same management practices.
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