BUSN333 Quiz_2 Chapters 3&4
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Question 1 of 20
All of the following are disadvantages of organizing projects within a matrix arrangement
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BUSN333 Quiz_2 Chapters 3&4
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Question 1 of 20
All of the following are disadvantages of organizing projects within a matrix arrangement EXCEPT
A. Dysfunctional conflict between functional managers and project managers.
B. Expensive.
C. Infighting.
D. Stressful.
E. Longer project duration.
Question 2 of 20
A project team that operates with a full-time project manager as a separate unit from the rest of the organization is structured
using ________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
Question 3 of 20
Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT
A. Norms.
B. Customs.
C. Values.
D. Attitude.
E. All of these are factors in identifying cultural characteristics.
Question 4 of 20
Which of the following is an advantage of a functional project management organization?
A. Maximum flexibility in the use of staff
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B. Good integration across functional units
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C. Shorter project duration
D. Strong motivation of project team members
E. Longer project duration
Question 5 of 20
Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt ongoing operations. The project needs to
be done quickly and a high level of motivation will be needed in order to do that. For this situation, the ______ organization would be the best
choice.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
Question 6 of 20
Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups within the organization are encouraged to
operate in a coordinated or independent manner?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Question 7 of 20
Who is responsible for determining how tasks will be done in a weak matrix project management structure?
A. The functional manager
B. The project manager
C. Both the functional manager and the project manager are responsible
D. There is no rule established for who takes responsibility
E. This is negotiated
Question 8 of 20
The structure that manages projects within the existing organizational structure is __________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
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E. Projectized
Question 9 of 20
Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which work activities are organized around groups
rather than individuals?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Question 10 of 20
Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which management focuses on outcomes rather than on
techniques and processes used to achieve those outcomes?
A. Risk tolerance
B. Reward criteria
C. Conflict tolerance
D. Means versus end orientation
E. Open-systems focus
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