Types of Organizational Structures Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the six most common types of organizational structures?

• Hierarchical Structure

• Functional Structure

• Circular Structure

• Divisional Structure

What is a hierarchical organizational structure?

• A system where employees are grouped by their skills

• A structure with a direct chain of command from top to bottom

• A network of teams working independently

• A flat organization with no levels of management

Which of the following is an advantage of a hierarchical structure?

• Poor communication

• Slow decision-making

• Control orientation

• Added costs

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a hierarchical structure?

• Clearly defined authority

• Clear career and promotion path

• Control orientation

• Poor communication

What is one of the disadvantages of a hierarchical structure?

• Clear career and promotion path

• Slow decision-making

• Control orientation

• Clearly defined authority

What is a functional organizational structure?

• A business structure that groups employees by specialty, skill, or related roles.

• A business structure that groups employees by their age.

• A business structure that groups employees by their hobbies.

• A business structure that groups employees by their favorite color.

Which of the following is an advantage of a functional organizational structure?

• Hindered decision-making.

• Increased productivity.

• Competition between departments.

• Narrow scope.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a functional organizational structure?

• Skill development.

• Clarity.

• Hindered decision-making.

• Increased productivity.

Which of the following is a type of divisional structure?

• Market-based divisional structure

• Functional structure

• Matrix structure

• Flat structure

What is one advantage of a divisional structure?

• Accountability and transparency

• Costs more to operate

• Economies of scale

• Encourages rivalries