Question 1

The level of corporate culture which cannot be seen but can be discerned from how people explain and justify what they do is:

Accepted Answer

Expressed values and beliefs refer to the underlying attitudes and beliefs of employees within a company, which are typically communicated through how they explain and justify their actions. These may not be visible through physical artifacts, such as dress or office layout, but can be discerned through conversations and interactions with employees. Slogans and ceremonies are more overt expressions of corporate culture, while invisible artifacts are subtle cues that reflect the underlying values and beliefs of a company.

Question 2

Based on the notion that organizations are dealing with a very turbulent and uncertain external environment,more organizations are requiring their _____ to perform boundary-spanning activities.

Accepted Answer

Boundary-spanning activities involve interacting with external entities to gather information and resources, which is increasingly required of all employees to adapt to a turbulent and uncertain environment.

Question 3

The _____ dimension of the general environment includes federal,state,and local government regulations.

Accepted Answer

The legal-political dimension of the general environment includes government regulations, laws, and political conditions that affect organizations' operations and strategies. This includes federal, state, and local government regulations.

Question 4

An organization's _____ is a part of its internal environment.

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Question 5

Which of the following roles are assumed by people and/or departments that link and coordinate the organization with key elements in the external environment?

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Question 6

The level of corporate culture in which values are so deeply embedded that members are no longer consciously aware of them is:

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Question 7

_____ means that managers do not have sufficient information about environmental factors to understand and predict environmental needs and changes.

Accepted Answer

Uncertainty means that there is a lack of information or knowledge about environmental factors, which makes it difficult for managers to understand and predict environmental needs and changes.

Question 8

In the current external business environment,which of the following is more true?

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Question 9

Three large electronics companies have recently collaborated to develop an innovative new mobile phone.This is an example of which managerial trend?

Accepted Answer

The collaboration between three large electronics companies demonstrates the trend of interorganizational partnerships.

Question 10

Which dimension of the general environment represents the demographic characteristics,norms,customs and values of the population within which the organization operates?

Accepted Answer

The sociocultural dimension represents the demographic characteristics, norms, customs, and values of the population within which the organization operates. This includes factors such as age, education level, gender, income, religion, and social attitudes. Organizations must be aware of changes and shifts in this dimension to adapt their strategies and practices to meet the needs and expectations of their target market.

Question 11

The general environment dimension that includes consumer purchasing power,the unemployment rate and interest rates is called the:

Accepted Answer

The economic dimension includes factors related to the overall economic conditions in which the organization operates, including the purchasing power of consumers, unemployment rates, and interest rates. It is important for organizations to consider these factors when making strategic decisions about pricing, marketing, and financial management.

Question 12

In response to pressure from environmental advocates,organizations have become increasingly sensitive to diminishing:

Accepted Answer

Environmental advocates are primarily concerned with the depletion of natural resources, such as water, forests, and fossil fuels, so it is logical to assume that organizations would be most sensitive to this issue. While organizations may also be concerned with economic, financial, human, and technology resources, these are not the central focus of environmental advocacy efforts.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a part of adapting the organization to changes in the environment for coping with high environmental uncertainty?

Accepted Answer

Harvesting is not a part of adapting the organization to changes in the environment for coping with high environmental uncertainty. Harvesting refers to the process of maximizing short-term profits from existing products or business units, which is not directly related to adapting to changes in the environment.

Question 14

A government inspection has required your company to upgrade the safety equipment in the manufacturing process of ice cream factory.What dimension of the external environment has influenced these upgrades?

Accepted Answer

The legal-political dimension influences these upgrades as government inspections and regulations require compliance with safety standards.

Question 15

When two or more organizations combine to become integrated,this is referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

When two or more organizations combine to become integrated, it is referred to as a merger. Joint venture refers to a business arrangement where two or more parties come together temporarily to undertake a specific project or venture. Flexible structure refers to an organizational structure that is adaptable and can change quickly. Mechanistic structure refers to a rigid organizational structure with a hierarchical system of authority. Inorganic venture is not a common term used in organizational management.

Question 16

Which of the following dimensions of the general environment includes all elements that occur naturally on earth?

Accepted Answer

The natural dimension includes all elements that occur naturally on earth, such as natural resources, climate, and weather patterns. The other dimensions listed - sociocultural, technological, economic, and environmental - all include human-made elements or aspects of society, industry, or policy.

Question 17

Culture can be defined as:

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Culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, norms, and understandings that guide behavior within a particular organization or community. Option A accurately describes this definition. Option B refers to linguistic ability and does not fully capture the meaning of culture. Option C refers to symbols, which are important components of culture, but do not fully capture its complexity. Option D refers to a specific type of story and does not encompass all aspects of culture. Therefore, A is the best choice.

Question 18

_____ is an approach to boundary spanning which results from using sophisticated software to search through large amounts of internal and external data to spot patterns,trends,and relationships that might be significant.

Accepted Answer

The given approach describes Business Analytics, which involves using software tools and techniques to gather and analyze data to uncover insights and patterns that can help organizations make better decisions. This approach is particularly useful for boundary spanning, as it can help organizations gather and analyze data from both internal and external sources to identify trends, opportunities, and threats in the environment. Options A, C, D, and E are not relevant to the approach described.

Question 19

_____ environment consists of demographic factors,such as population density.

Accepted Answer

Sociocultural environment includes factors such as population density, age distribution, education level, cultural norms and values, social class, and lifestyle choices. It is concerned with the social and cultural factors that influence the behavior of individuals and organizations.

Question 20

Companies can reduce boundaries and increase collaboration with other organizations by creating:

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Quiz 3: The Organization and Corporate Culture