Which of the Following Is True About Organizational Culture

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about organizational culture?

• A)It is suggested that companies with strong cultures tend to be more successful, irrespective of any conditions.
• B)Companies have strong cultures when the dominant values are held mainly by a few people at the top of the organization.
• C)Most employees across all subunits understand the dominant values but choose to ignore them.
• D)The life span of strong organizational cultures is almost always short.
• E)The strength of an organization's culture refers to how widely and deeply employees hold the company's dominant values and assumptions.

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Definitions:

Friendship Groups

Informal social networks of individuals who share personal bonds and choose to interact based on common interests or affiliations.

Support Groups

Organizations or gatherings designed to provide emotional assistance, advice, and a sense of community among individuals facing similar issues or challenges.

Functional Teams

Groups within an organization structured around particular activities, tasks, or domains such as marketing, finance, or human resources.

Self-Managing Groups

Teams that operate without a direct supervisor and are responsible for their own governance and work processes.