MM Unit 1 Test Review

Jon is a struggling single father with 3 kids. Childcare is very expensive. Which workplace trend would MOST benefit Jon?

• working remotely
• condensed workweek
• casual dress
• health and wellness

Some of the current workplace trends lead to happier and healthier employees, and happier and healthier employees are more _____.

• productive
• vulnerable
• likely to quit their job
• irresponsible

Samsung and Pepsi both have multiple different product lines/brands, and they want to structure their business with this as the main focus. Which structure would be best?

• divisional structure
• flat structure
• functional structure
• hierarchical structure

Elizabeth is a firm believer in productivity and efficiency. She matches her employees with skills they can complete the fastest. Which theory is this?

• scientific theory
• system theory
• bureaucratic theory
• XY theory

DJ says no to an employee who asked for extended leave to attend an out of town funeral - the rule states they can only take 2 days maximum. Which management theory is DJ practicing?

• bureaucratic theory
• scientific theory
• XY theory
• system theory

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when choosing an organizational structure?

• whichever is easiest
• number of employees
• environment of the industry
• amount of management presence that's wanted or needed

When it comes to management theories, the best way to approach them is to pick one and stick with it.

• True
• False

Lindsey believes that a business is one living "organism" but all departments work together to make sure the business as a whole runs smoothly. Which theory best supports Lindsey's belief?

• system theory
• scientific theory
• human relations theory
• bureaucratic theory

Which of the following is a skill that a manager should have?

• responsible
• impulsive
• unorganized
• forgetful

This function is thought of as the heart of the whole managing process.

• directing
• controlling
• staffing
• organizing