POM Chapter 4 Quiz

What is the primary purpose of organizing in management?

• To ensure efficient use of resources

• To increase employee turnover

• To reduce costs

• To enhance competition

What does delegation involve in a management context?

• Assigning authority and responsibility to subordinates

• Taking control of all tasks

• Eliminating roles

• Increasing centralization

What is a characteristic of a narrow span of control?

• Reduces costs

• Closer supervision

• Promotes autonomy

• More subordinates per manager

Which organizational structure divides the organization by products, services, or regions?

• Functional Structure

• Divisional Structure

• Matrix Structure

• Hierarchical Structure

What is the definition of authority in management?

• The ability to manage resources

• The process of assigning tasks

• The legitimate power to make decisions and give orders

• The obligation to perform assigned tasks

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

• Poor communication

• Flexibility

• Duplication of resources

• Complexity

What is the impact of a wide span of control?

• Increased costs

• Closer supervision

• Less responsibility

• Promotes autonomy

What is the main focus of organizing in management?

• Structuring resources and activities

• Maximizing profits

• Enhancing employee satisfaction

• Increasing market share

Which term describes the obligation to perform assigned tasks?

• Delegation

• Centralization

• Responsibility

• Authority

What is the role of coordination in organizing?

• To increase hierarchy

• To facilitate communication

• To ensure efficient use of resources

• To eliminate roles