In the Context of Organizational Environments, Which of the Following

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the context of organizational environments, which of the following is true of mechanistic organizations?

• A) They are characterized by specialized jobs and responsibilities.
• B) They are characterized by broadly defined jobs and responsibilities.
• C) They are characterized by loosely defined and frequently changing roles.
• D) They are characterized by horizontal communication based on task knowledge.

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Definitions:

Simultaneous

Occurring at the same time.

Anterior Axillary Line

An imaginary line drawn along the body from the armpit (anterior axilla) down through the point at which the arm joins the body.

Echoes

Reflections of sound.

Horizontal

Not vertical; flat and even; level; parallel to the plane of the horizon.