Description : Authority, discipline, unity of command, and unity of direction are: (a) Taylor's four principles of management. ; (b) Principles of the human relations movement. (c) Elements of Weber's ideal bureaucratic structure. (d) Four of Fayol's fourteen principles of management.
Last Answer : A
Description : What kind of organizational structure combines a vertical chain of command with horizontal reporting requirements? (a) Line authority ; (b) Matrix ; (c) Functional ; (d) Line-and-staff
Last Answer : (b) Matrix ;
Description : Managers having the least authority and are at the lowest level in the hierarchy of the organization are called______________ (a) Middle level managers ; (b) Top level managers ; (c) First-line managers ; (d) None of the given options
Last Answer : (c) First-line managers ;
Description : Which of the following is the employer-employee authority relationship that follows the chain of command? (a) Staff authority ; (b) Referent power ; (c) Line authority ; (d) Functional authority
Last Answer : (c) Line authority ;
Description : Which of the following is one of the six key elements a manager needs to consider when designing an organization‟s structure? (a) Job design ; (b) Work specialization ; (c) Feminine organization ; (d) Eliminating chain of command
Last Answer : (b) Work specialization ;
Description : An organization that seeks to eliminate the chain of command, have limitless spans of control, and replace departments with empowered teams is called a/an……….. (a) Cooperative organization ; (b) Virtual organization ; (c) Boundaryless organization (d) Modular organization
Last Answer : (c) Boundaryless organization
Description : Which of the following is characterized by wide spans of control, little formalization, a low degree of departmentalization, and authority centralized in a single person…………… (a) Bureaucracy ; (b) Simple structure ; (c) Matrix organization ; (d) Mechanistic structure
Last Answer : (b) Simple structure ;
Description : A ___________ refers to the authority and responsibility for achieving the major goals of the Organization. (a) Line position ; (b) Staff position ; (c) Line authority ; (d) None of the given options
Last Answer : (a) Line position ;
Description : Maintenance of intended delegation requires that decisions lying within the individual managers' authority should be made by them and not referred upwards in the organizational hierarchy. This is ... scalar principle (C) authority level principle (D) principle of absoluteness of responsibility
Last Answer : Answer: authority level principle
Description : The main principle of an organisation, is (A) Unity of command (B) Effective control at all levels (C) Delegation of authority (D) All the above
Last Answer : (D) All the above
Description : A ______ organizational structure is the simplest form and has clear lines of authority and ease of decision making. (a) Horizontal ; (b) Line ; (c) Vertical ; (d) Staff
Last Answer : (b) Line ;
Description : What are the advantages of the functional structure? a) It enhances communication between top and low level managers. b) It makes communication easy among people from different functions. c) It ... easy among people from the same specialists. d) It enhances team spirit throughout the organization.
Last Answer : It makes communication easy among people from the same specialists
Description : Which organization is characterized by very formal rules, centralized authority, and narrow spans of control? (a) Boundaryless ; (b) Matrix ; (c) Virtual ; (d) Bureaucracy
Last Answer : d
Description : When we classify managers according to their level in the organization they are described as _______. (a) Functional, staff and line managers (b) Top managers, middle managers and supervisors (c) High level and lower level managers ; (d) General managers and administrative managers
Last Answer : (b) Top managers, middle managers and supervisors
Description : Which one of the following is not the characteristic of Weber‟s ideal bureaucracy? (a) Specialization of labor ; (b) Formalization of rules ; (c) Division of labour (d) Formalization of links authority into a hierarchical structure
Last Answer : (c) Division of labour
Description : An organizational design with low departmentalization, wide spans of control, authority centralized in a single person and little formalization are characteristics of ________. (a) Simple structure ; (b) Functional structure ; (c) Divisional structure ; (d) None of given option
Last Answer : (a) Simple structure ;
Description : _____ is an individual's capacity to influence decisions a) Span of control ; (b) Line authority ; (c) Staff authority ; (d) Power
Last Answer : Line authority
Description : One of the major disadvantages of the Matrix form of organization structure is that– (A) it does not pinpoint product profit responsibility (B) it is not oriented towards results (C) there is possibility of disunity of command (D) it generates rivalry between line and staff members
Last Answer : Answer: there is possibility of disunity of command
Description : Which of the following is incorrect regarding schedule VI of our Constitution? (1) The areas are administered as Autonomous districts over which the executive authority of the states extends (2) ... 4) It deals with the administration of the tribal areas of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Nagaland
Last Answer : (4) It deals with the administration of the tribal areas of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Nagaland Explanation: Schedule VI of our Constitution does not deal with the administration of the tribal ... in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram & Arunachal Pradesh in VI schedule of Indian Constitution.
Description : ____ is the oldest and simplest type of organization where the line of command is fulfilled from top to bottom.
Last Answer : Ans. Line organisation
Description : )To be successful in a functional organization, the PM must rely on: 1. Referent power 2. Formal authority 3. Informal power structure 4. Broad span of control 5. Both a and c
Last Answer : 5. Both a and c
Description : What is an organization structure in which each employee reports to both a functional (or division) manager and to a project (or group) manager, known as ? (A) Strategic business unit (B) Departmentation by customer (C) Matrix structure (D) Departmentation by territory
Last Answer : Answer: Matrix structure
Description : The fundamental purpose of an Organization’s Mission statement is to : A. Create a good human relations climate in the Organization B. Define the Organization’s purpose in Society C. Define the operational structure of the Organization D. Generate good public relations for the Organization
Last Answer : Define the Organization’s purpose in Society
Description : Who proposed “ bureaucratic structure” is suitable for all organization (a) Elton Mayo ; (b) Henry Fayol ; (c) F.W. Taylor ; (d) Max Weber
Last Answer : (d) Max Weber
Description : ___________shows the management structure of an organization. (a) Hierarchy ; (b) Decision Tree ; (c) Incremental Model ; (d) Satisfying model
Last Answer : (a) Hierarchy ;
Description : The SWOT approach assesses an organization's (a) Speed, Wants, Order, Timing ; (b) Structure, Workforce, Organization, Types (b) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats. ; (d) Signs, Worries, Objectives, Techniques
Last Answer : (b) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats. ;
Description : If there is low formalization, a comprehensive information network and high participation in decisionmaking, one would expect……………. (a) A mechanistic structure ; (b) A typical government organization ; (c) A stable structure (d) An organic structure
Last Answer : (d) An organic structure
Description : Pick out the wrong statement. (A) Complete unity of command exists in a line organisation (B) Line organisation is net suitable for expansion and growth of an industry (C) In line and staff organisation, "line" executes and "staff directs (D) None of these
Last Answer : C) In line and staff organisation, "line" executes and "staff directs
Description : In an organization that has high centralization (a) Problem can be quickly and efficiently solved (b) The corporate headquarters is located centrally to branch offices (c) Top managers make ... merely carry out directions (d) All top-level officials are located within the same geographic area
Last Answer : (c) Top managers make all the decisions-lower-level managers merely carry out directions
Description : A longitudinal tear or ulceration in the lining of the anal canal is termed a (an) a) anal fissure. Fissures are usually caused by the trauma of passing a large, firm stool or from persistent ... beside the anus. d) hemorrhoid. A hemorrhoid is a dilated portion of vein in the anal canal.
Last Answer : a) anal fissure. Fissures are usually caused by the trauma of passing a large, firm stool or from persistent tightening of the anal canal secondary to stress or anxiety (leading to constipation).
Description : Solve the system of homogeneous equations using echelon form
Last Answer : Solve the system of homogeneous equations using echelon form 4x+2y+z+3w=0 6x+3y+4z+7w=0 2x+y+w=0
Description : How were echelon formations used in the US Civil War?
Last Answer : The echelon formation was used to protect any exposed flanksagainst the enemy's possible attempt take advantage of thatexposure or should the enemy attempt to outflank the opposing enemyflank. This ... own army. This formation was used byUnion General David Sickles during the 1864 Atlanta campaign.
Description : The ______________ style of leadership is where the focus of power is with the manager. The manager alone exercises decision-making, authority and the control of rewards or punishments. (a) democratic (b) ... a decision to pass the focus of power to members but is readily available if neede(d)]
Last Answer : (c) authoritarian
Description : What amendment clarifies presodemtial siccession?
Last Answer : what amendment clarifies presidential succession
Description : The primary reason an engagement letter is obtained by audit firms prior to starting the work is that a. It provides an insurance policy for companies entering into the agreement. b. It clarifies ... be rendered on the engagement d. It defines the firm's policies and procedures regarding new clients
Last Answer : It clarifies the responsibilities of management and those of the auditor
Description : The organisation in which power of authority runs in straight line is called– (A) Line organization (B) Functional organisation (C) Committee organization (D) None of the above
Last Answer : Answer: Line organization
Description : A system in a organization in which people are organized into different levels of importance from highest to lowest a) structure b) profie c) hierarchy d) matrix
Last Answer : c) hierarchy
Description : Which of the following is a conflict stimulation technique? (a) expansion of resources ; (b) compromise ; (c) bringing in outsiders ; (d) authoritative command
Last Answer : (c) bringing in outsiders ;
Description : Which of the following is not a conflict resolution technique? (a) superordinate goals ; (b) appointing a devil’s advocate ; (c) avoidance ; (d) authoritative command
Last Answer : (b) appointing a devil’s advocate ;
Description : Centralization refers to……….. (a) The degree to which decision-making is concentrated at a single point in the organization (b) The development and maintenance of power in the organization (c) The decision-making process (d) The geographic dispersion of an organization
Last Answer : (a) The degree to which decision-making is concentrated at a single point in the organization
Description : Principle of ‘Unity of Command’ means– (A) Unity of directions (B) To receive orders from one officer only (C) A fixed place for every person (D) Proper delegation to subordinates
Last Answer : Answer: To receive orders from one officer only
Description : The principle of ‘Unity of Command’ was introduced by– (A) Elton Mayo (B) Henry Fayol (C) F. W. Taylor (D) Urwick
Last Answer : Answer: Henry Fayol
Description : What is Unity of Command?
Last Answer : Unity of command tells the reporting relationship between a superior and a subordinate. A subordinate is always having a only one superior.
Description : "Focus on social environment" is related to ? A. Unity of command B. Human Relations C. Unity of Direction D. All of the above
Last Answer : B. Human Relations
Description : A purchase manager of a company has to purchase 500 tones of raw material. Apart from the other suppliers in the market, his son also supplies that raw material. The manager purchases the ... Unity of Command b. Unity of Directions c. Subordination personal interest to general interest d. Equity
Last Answer : c. Subordination personal interest to general interest
Description : Reports of transfer of charge of gezetted officer including Head of the circle and P&T Accountant should be sent by post (not telegraph) to the a) Next higher authority b) Audit officer concerned c) DG Post d) All the above
Last Answer : d) All the above
Description : Which Of The following Can Be Termed As Most Import Task In Teaching Among The Given? Options: A) Directing Students In Development Pf Experiences. B) making Monthly Reports And Maintaining Records. C) Making Assignments And Checking Worksheets. D) All Of The Above
Last Answer : A) Directing Students In Development Pf Experiences.
Description : In Tripura, which nodal agency play crucial role in organising community capacity building programmes and conducting mock drills at State, District and Block levels (a) National Disaster ... Informatics Centre (c) District Disaster Management Authority (d) Tripura Disaster Management Authority
Last Answer : (a) National Disaster Response Force
Description : Full form of DDMA – a) District Disaster Management Authority b) District Disease Manage Authority c) District Dam Manage Authority d) District Duck Management Authority
Last Answer : a) District Disaster Management Authority