A Mechanistic Structure Can Be Characterized by All of the Following

question 66

Multiple Choice

A mechanistic structure can be characterized by all of the following except

• A)it is primarily hierarchical.
• B)communication is typically vertical.
• C)knowledge is concentrated at the top.
• D)it is set up like a network.
• E)instructions come from the boss.

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Definitions:

Path-goal Theory

A leadership theory that suggests leaders adjust their style to best suit the follower's environmental and psychological contingencies to achieve their goals.

Motivational Forces

Internal or external factors that stimulate desire and energy in people to be continually interested and committed to a job, role, or subject, or to make an effort to attain a goal.

Transformational Leadership

Approach to leadership that focuses on the way that leaders transform group goals and actions – mainly through the exercise of charisma. Also a style of leadership based on charisma.

Aspirations

Long-term hopes or ambitions of achieving something.