Question 1

____________is a modern Western organization defined as being rational in achieving its goal efficiently.

Accepted Answer

Bureaucracy is a modern Western organization characterized by a rational and efficient approach to achieving its goals, often through a structured hierarchy and set procedures.

Question 2

The Pentagon is an example of

Accepted Answer

The Pentagon is an example of a formal organization because it has a clear hierarchy, defined roles and responsibilities, and written rules and procedures.

Question 3

Which of the following statements best applies to Elton Mayoʹs human relations model or organization?

Accepted Answer

Elton Mayo's human relations model emphasizes the importance of social factors and non-economic rewards, such as recognition and a sense of belonging, in motivating workers and improving productivity.

Question 4

Collectivist organizations encourage workers to be more productive and to work harder because of a policy known as

Accepted Answer

Participatory democracy in collectivist organizations involves workers in decision-making processes, which can increase their motivation and productivity as they feel more valued and responsible for the outcomes.

Question 5

The key to increased productivity in todayʹs organizations is not, as Frederick Taylor assumed, in the formal organization, but in the

Accepted Answer

The key to increased productivity is often found in the informal relationships of workers, as these can lead to better communication, collaboration, and innovation beyond the formal structures.

Question 6

Organizational culture, or more popularly called ʺcorporateʺ culture, consists of

Accepted Answer

Organizational culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, and definitions that members of an organization hold, which shape their perceptions and behaviors within the organization.

Question 7

The three types of power the rank and files of a formal organization include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three types of power the rank...

Question 8

In a utilitarian organization, the major type of power is ____________power.

Accepted Answer

In a utilitarian organization, remunerative power is the major type of power, as it relies on providing material rewards or incentives to motivate members to achieve organizational goals.

Question 9

Larry was a manager of a large factory. His job was to maximize production, and he developed an elaborate division of labor and carefully defined each task. He was probably following the____________ model of organization.

Accepted Answer

Larry's approach of maximizing production through division of labor and task definition aligns with the principles of scientific management, which focuses on efficiency and productivity.

Question 10

All of the following are features of large, formal organizations, EXCEPT for

Accepted Answer

Large, formal organizations are characterized by a division of labor, elaborate rules and regulations, and specific, clearly stated goals. Primary group relations, which are more personal and informal, are not typical features of such organizations.

Question 11

Karl Marxʹs collectivist organization model predicts that

Accepted Answer

Marx's collectivist model envisions a classless society where the state and its bureaucracies would eventually wither away, leading to their abolition.

Question 12

Research has discovered several reasons why corporate culture can help organizations succeed. Which of the following statements is NOT one of those reasons?

Accepted Answer

Providing part ownership of a company's assets by employees is not typically considered a reason why corporate culture helps organizations succeed. Corporate culture generally focuses on shared values, beliefs, and practices rather than financial ownership.

Question 13

Which of the following statements does NOT belong to the functionalist perspective on organizations?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements does NOT...

Question 14

The tendency for members of a cohesive group to maintain a consensus to the extent of ignoring the truth.

Accepted Answer

Groupthink is the tendency for members of a cohesive group to maintain a consensus to the extent of ignoring the truth.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a kind of power available to higher participants to exercise control over lower participants, according to Amitai Etzioniʹs typology of organizations?

Accepted Answer

Instrumental power is not part of Amitai Etzioni's typology, which includes coercive, remunerative, and normative power as ways organizations control participants.

Question 16

If you are a sociologist interested in studying how peopleʹs definitions of their activities and situations shape the operation of organizations, you are utilizing the ____________perspective.

Accepted Answer

The symbolic interactionist perspective focuses on how individuals interpret and define their social reality, which includes understanding how people's definitions of their activities and situations influence the functioning of organizations.

Question 17

The purpose of Amitai Etzioniʹs typology of organizations is to

Accepted Answer

Etzioni's typology categorizes organizations based on their power and involvement structures to highlight the essential differences among various types of organizations.

Question 18

According to the ____________perspective on organizations, the practice of equality can help ensure organizational success.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the ____________perspective on organizations, the...

Question 19

Based on Judy Rosenerʹs landmark study, which of the following is true of most successful female executives?

Accepted Answer

Judy Rosener's study found that successful female executives often prefer an intuitive, anti-hierarchical style of management, which contrasts with the traditional "command and control" style.

Question 20

According to the scientific management model, the primary goal of an organization is to

Accepted Answer

The scientific management model, developed by Frederick Taylor, focuses on maximizing efficiency through systematic observation and measurement of work processes.

Quiz 5: Groups and Organizations