Understanding Organizational Structures Quiz

What is a hierarchical structure in an organisation?

• A structure where all employees have the same level of authority.

• A structure with multiple levels of authority, where each level has a different rank.

• A structure where decisions are made by a group of employees.

• A structure with no clear levels of authority.

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

• It allows for faster decision-making.

• It provides clear lines of authority and responsibility.

• It encourages creativity and innovation.

• It reduces the need for supervision.

Define "span of control."

• The number of levels in an organisational hierarchy.

• The number of employees a manager is directly responsible for.

• The total number of employees in an organisation.

• The distance between the top and bottom levels of an organisation.

How might a wide span of control affect a manager’s ability to supervise their team?

• It makes it easier for the manager to supervise each team member closely.

• It can make it more challenging for the manager to provide individual attention to each team member.

• It reduces the manager's workload significantly.

• It allows the manager to focus on strategic planning.

What is the chain of command in an organisation?

• The process of delegating tasks to employees.

• The line of authority that moves from the top of the hierarchy to the bottom.

• The method of communication used within an organisation.

• The system used to evaluate employee performance.

Why is the chain of command important in an organisation?

• It ensures that all employees have the same level of authority.

• It helps maintain order and ensures that instructions are followed.

• It allows employees to bypass their managers.

• It encourages employees to make independent decisions.

What is delegation?

• The process of hiring new employees.

• The act of assigning tasks and responsibilities to others.

• The method of promoting employees to higher positions.

• The strategy of reducing the number of employees in an organisation.

Name the three main leadership styles and give one characteristic of each.

• Autocratic, Democratic, Laissez-faire; Autocratic involves decision-making by the leader alone.

• Bureaucratic, Charismatic, Transformational; Bureaucratic relies on rules and procedures.

• Participative, Directive, Supportive; Participative involves no input from team members.

• Authoritative, Consultative, Delegative; Authoritative involves shared decision-making.

Imagine you are leading a team during a crisis. Which leadership style would you choose, and why?

• Laissez-faire, because it allows team members to make their own decisions.

• Autocratic, because it enables quick decision-making and clear direction.

• Democratic, because it involves team members in decision-making.

• Transformational, because it focuses on long-term goals.

List two reasons why employees might choose to join a trade union.

• To receive higher salaries and more vacation days.

• To gain better working conditions and collective bargaining power.

• To have more opportunities for promotion and job transfers.

• To avoid paying membership fees and attending meetings.