Organizational Structures

A Management Plan divides the company into different departments run by different managers.

• True

• False

An organizational chart shows how a business is structured and who is in charge of whom.

• True

• False

Managers on top of the line are in charge of those beneath them, is an example of:

• Line Authority

• Centralized Organization

• Decentralized Organization

• None of the above

Putting authority in one place, with top management, is an example of:

• Line Authority

• Centralized Organization

• Decentralized Organization

• None of the above

Giving authority to a number of different managers to run their own departments is an example of:

• Line Authority

• Centralized Organization

• Decentralized Organization

• None of the above

A formal business structure is usually best for smaller companies whereas an informal business structure is usually best for larger companies.

• True

• False

A small group of managers responsible for setting goals and planning for the future are:

• Top Level Managers

• Middle Managers

• Operational Managers

• None of the above

Managers that carry out decisions of top management and are responsible for planning and controlling an operation are:

• Top Level Managers

• Middle Managers

• Operational Managers

• None of the above

Managers that are responsible for the daily operations of the business and oversee workers to meet deadlines are:

• Top Level Managers

• Middle Managers

• Operational Managers

• None of the above

Managerial Functions are (select all that apply):

• Planning

• Organizing

• Controlling

• Leading