Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. The structure of an organization has very little impact on the behavior of employees.
2. An organization’s structure affects how successfully it can coordinate and accomplish
its work activities.
3. In a mechanistic model, decision-making is participative and distributed throughout
the organization.
4. The matrix structure combines both divisional and functional departmentalization with
dual lines of authority.
1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
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A reason that equity earnings create a problem in analyzing profitability is that equity earnings are:
a. usually greater than the related cash flow. b. less than dividends declared. c. more than dividends declared. d. extraordinary. e. nonrecurring.
Campbell is one of the oldest retailers in the country. While the service offered at Campbell is fairly mediocre, the retailer is famous for its surprise offerings of seconds, overstocks, and closeouts — occasionally including expensive gadgets and
jewelry. Posco, a new chain of retail stores, offers products that are similar to Campbell's offerings; however, Posco is known for encouraging customers to ask questions and for providing service representatives to assist customers in the purchasing decision process. From this scenario, which of the following statements is most likely true? A) Posco fails to differentiate itself from Campbell through the services mix. B) Posco's product assortment helps differentiate it from Campbell. C) Both Campbell and Posco fail to identify the needs and wants of target markets. D) Campbell has not been able to differentiate itself on the basis of product assortment. E) Posco better utilizes the services mix to differentiate itself from Campbell.
Smita is looking for a job. Research shows which of the following will help her be successful in the job search?
A. maintaining a positive attitude B. forming a negative self-image C. being self-critical D. being passive