Questions

a) ________ helped to replace the cubicle workplace design with a more open workplace.

Options

1. A growing focus on coworker interaction

2. Portable technology

3. Less technology

4. Frank Lloyd Wright

b) Select the response that does not properly explain how organizational culture is influenced by leadership.

Options:

1. Leadership does not directly influence organizational culture

2. Leadership establishes, communicates and enforces internal culture

3. A strong leader leads by example and sets the standard for expected behavior

4. A leader who makes poor choices negatively influences culture and standards

c) Which of the following statements explain why a values statement is essential to maintaining organizational culture?

Options

1. They establish company goals and expectations.

2. They explain the overall company vision.

3. They clearly explain policies and procedures within an organization.

4. They outline acceptable and unacceptable behaviors of employees.

d) How do external factors influence organizational behavior?

Options

1. Organizations need to stay within compliance of laws and keep up-to-date on popular demand and trends

2. They may influence internal factors and damage a company's reputation.

3. They are part of a companys reputation in the market.

4. Staying well-informed on external factors is not important.

e) Which of the following best describes organizational culture?

Options

1. The way organizations perform and operate within each individual industry

2. The way a company organizes and performs job tasks

3. The environment in an organization formed by underlying values, beliefs and relationships

4. The assessment taken by applicants to ensure they are a good fit for the organization

f) Underlying assumptions is the level of organizational culture that includes ________.

Options

1. the visible processes in place within the organization

2. explanations for why companies choose to operate they way they do

3. the organizations reactions to social and economic change

4. the beliefs and perceptions that establish culture

g) Select the option that best describes how societal factors can influence organizational culture.

Options

1. Public opinion can influence change to organizational values

2. Social activities in the workplace influences company culture

3. Members of society are able to provide feedback during the creation of company policy

4. Organizational culture is not influenced by society