OB Quiz 2

Which of the following best represents enacted values in an organisation?

• Leadership’s official mission statements

• What employees actually do in practice

• Deep unconscious beliefs about time and hierarchy

• Visible artefacts such as dress codes

In Hofstede’s model, which of the following is considered a deep layer of culture?

• Symbols

• Rituals

• Heroes

• Values

Which of the following statements is true about the Organisational Culture Assessment Instrument (OCAI)?

• It measures employee satisfaction

• It compares formal and informal power

• It highlights current vs. desired cultural traits

• It tracks financial performance

Which of the following defines organisational structure?

• A list of employee names and titles

• How tasks are formally divided and coordinated

• The system of rewards and promotions

• A document outlining HR policies

A decentralised organisational structure is best suited for:

• High-control, regulated industries

• Fast-changing environments needing quick decisions

• Small organisations with limited staff

• Environments that require strict compliance

One key challenge of managing multicultural teams is:

• Low creativity

• Difficulty understanding diverse values and communication norms

• Excessive similarity in thinking

• Over-regulation of team roles

What is a common symptom of groupthink?

• Encouraging dissenting opinions

• Belief that everyone agrees

• High tolerance for risk

• Independent decision-making

Which type of power is based on expertise and special skills?

• Coercive power

• Legitimate power

• Expert power

• Reward power

According to Media Richness Theory, which communication medium is most effective for complex and emotional content?

• Email

• Reports

• Face-to-face conversations

• Instant messaging

Which of the following is an example of passive resistance to change?

• Going on strike

• Protesting in meetings

• Deliberately missing deadlines

• Filing a formal complaint