The Manager of a Carpet Store Is Trying to Determine

question 7

Multiple Choice

The manager of a carpet store is trying to determine the best installation crew size. He has tried various crew sizes with the results shown below. Based on productivity, what crew size do you recommend? $$\begin{array} { | c | c | } \hline \text { Crew Size } & \text { Yards Installed } \\\hline 2 & 716 \\\hline 4 & 1298 \\\hline 3 & 1017 \\\hline 3 & 1002 \\\hline 4 & 1278 \\\hline 2 & 702 \\\hline\end{array}$$

• A) 2
• B) 3
• C) 4

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Power Culture

A type of organizational culture characterized by centralization of power in a few individuals and minimal procedural constraints on these individuals' decision-making capabilities.

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The fundamental values, beliefs, and behaviors that are central and unique to an organization, shaping its identity and practices.

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Established guidelines and systematic steps created by an organization to govern actions and decision-making, ensuring consistency and compliance with standards.

Rituals

Established patterns of behavior or ceremonies that are performed by an organization or its members, often symbolic in nature.