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Multiple choice organization of commerce and management office introduction to office organising functions of management

Which of the following principle of organization is strictly followed in line organization structure?

  1. The principle of departmentation

  2. The principle of flexibility

  3. The principle of unity of command

  4. The principle of balance
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Unity of command is the core principle of line organization, meaning every subordinate reports to only one superior.

Multiple choice organization of commerce and management office introduction to office organising functions of management

These arose a clear demarcation between 'thinking' and 'doting' in

  1. Functional organization

  2. Project management organization

  3. Line and staff organization

  4. Matrix organization
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The line and staff organization was specifically developed to separate the 'thinking' (planning, research, and advisory roles performed by staff) from the 'doing' (execution performed by line managers).

Multiple choice organization of commerce and management office introduction to office organising functions of management

Which of the following principle of organization is strictly followed in line organization structure?

  1. The scalar principle

  2. The principle of departmentation

  3. The principle of flexibility

  4. The principle of decentralization
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The scalar principle refers to the chain of command that extends from the highest to the lowest level of an organization, which is the defining characteristic of a line organization.

Multiple choice business studies office introduction to office organising functions of management

Which of the following action is recommended for overcoming to resistance to change?

  1. All the major changes should be introduced at a one time.

  2. Changes should be introduced as surprise so that employees should not get any time for resistance.

  3. Changes should be introduced by stages

  4. All of above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Introducing changes in stages allows employees time to adjust, reduces the shock of the transition, and provides opportunities for feedback, which helps mitigate resistance.