Business Management I (Objective 1.05)

Which type of organizational design has an emphasis on teamwork?

• lateral relations

• matrix structure

• divisional structure

• functional structure

Three factors that affect the organizational structure of a business

include interpersonal relationships, tasks, and:

• attrition.

• authority.

• initiative.

• injunction.

Which is an advantage of a wide span of control?

• requires fewer managerial skills

• gives managers more authority over subordinates

• costs less because businesses employ fewer managers

• provides better communication between managers and their employees

The number of employees that a manager can effectively supervise is

their:

• delegation.

• line authority.

• accountability.

• span of control.

The purpose of an organizational design for a business is to:

• create clear lines of authority.

• design the interior offices for all employees.

• make sure employees report to work on time.

• reduce the number of rules and regulations for each department.

Which organizational design groups people together based on specialty?

• lateral relations

• matrix structure

• divisional structure

• functional structure