Question 1

If an organization uses intensive technology, then the primary form of task interdependence is ________, and the type of coordination required is ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   sequential/mutual adjustment
B)   reciprocal/mutual adjustment
C)   sequential/standardization
D)   reciprocal/standardizationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which of the following technologies simplifies the process of developing prototypes?

Accepted Answer

A)   JIT inventory systems
B)   CAD
C)   CAMM
D)   CIME) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 3

A mechanistic structure is most appropriate for which of the following organizations?

Accepted Answer

A)   A biotechnology company
B)   A specialized chemical processor
C)   A custom furniture maker
D)   An automobile manufacturerE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The communication flow is primarily vertical through the hierarchy in an organization that uses ________ technology.

Accepted Answer

A)   mediating
B)   intensive
C)   long-linked
D)   small-batchE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 5

________ is a technology characterized by a work process in which input, conversion, and output activities are inseparable.

Accepted Answer

A)   Specialization
B)   Mediating technology
C)   Long-linked technology
D)   Intensive technologyE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Organizations use slack resources to decrease the resources available and to use existing resources more efficiently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An organization that uses flexible manufacturing technology does all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)   stockpile inventory.
B)   train workers to perform many tasks.
C)   produce a wide variety of products.
D)   increase its technical complexity.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

An organization needs CAMM to effectively utilize JIT inventory systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is the main coordination problem associated with small-batch technology?

Accepted Answer

A)   Production happens in small batches, making it hard to retrace errors.
B)   Span of control tends to be so wide that subordinates have too much freedom.
C)   It is impossible to program conversion activities because production depends on the skills of people working together.
D)   Structures tend to be too tall, limiting communications.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

In mass production, the actions of one employee determine how well the next employee can perform his task. This is an example of ________ technology.

Accepted Answer

A)   large-batch
B)   mediating
C)   independent
D)   long-linkedE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 11

________ are machines that can perform only one operation at a time.

Accepted Answer

A)   Highly complex machines
B)   Dedicated machines
C)   Retooling machines
D)   Transfer machinesE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

With continuous process technology, companies use teams to jointly develop procedures for managing unexpected situations, so mutual adjustment is the primary means of coordination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

________ is an inventory system requires inputs and components needed for production to be delivered as they are needed.

Accepted Answer

A)   Stockpiling
B)   Just-in-time
C)   Warehousing
D)   Mass productionE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

________ is the organizational technology that uses conveyor belts and a standardized progressive assembly process to manufacture goods.

Accepted Answer

A)   Mass production
B)   Craftswork
C)   Innovation
D)   SpecializationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

An organization has been making small quantities of stuffed bears. The demand for these bears has risen significantly, and the company will have to invest in production equipment to meet this demand. In deciding whether or not to produce larger quantities, what factors should this organization consider?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Slack resources will most likely be used when an organization uses ________ technology.

Accepted Answer

A)   mediating
B)   long-linked
C)   nonroutine
D)   intensiveE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 17

The theory that technology determines structure is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   resource dependence theory
B)   transaction cost theory
C)   the Aston Study
D)   the technological imperativeE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 18

Innovations in materials management are applicable to service organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Nonroutine tasks are characterized by a high degree of formalization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is not an innovation in materials technology?

Accepted Answer

A)   Computer-aided design (CA
D)  
B)   Just-in-time (JIT)  inventory systems
C)   Quality control circles
D)   Computer-aided materials management (CAMM) E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

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