Organizational Theory, Design, and Change, 7e (Jones) Chapter 7 Creating and Managing Organizational Culture

Organizational Theory, Design, and Change, 7e (Jones) Chapter 7 Creating and Managing Organizational Culture 1) The most important function of organizational structure is to control—that is, coordinate and motivate—people within an organization. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 179 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 2) Organizational culture affects an organization's performance and competitive position. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 179 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 3) A terminal value is a desired mode of behavior. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 179 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 4) Instrumental values help the organization achieve its terminal goals. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 180 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 5) Terminal values are reflected in an organization's mission statement. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 180 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 6) "Maintaining high standards" is an example of a terminal value. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 180 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 7) "Excellence" is an example of an instrumental value. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 180 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 1 8) An instrumental value is a desired end state or outcome that people seek to achieve. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 180 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-1 9) An individualized role orientation encourages obedience and conformity to rules and norms. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 185 Difficulty: Easy LO: 7-2