AOS2 B - 2 Flashcards

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Define organizing

A

How an organizations resources are best used to achieve goals and objectives

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2
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Define centralized

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Where managers make the final decision with no regards to employees

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3
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One advantage of autocratic

A

Communication is direct
High regard for production
Quick decision making

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4
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One disadvantage of autocratic

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Not always good decisions
Low employee motivation
Feeling of unease

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5
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One characteristic of persuasive

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Money is the main motivator

Decision making is centralized

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6
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One advantage of persuasive

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Suits high risks decisions
Employees goals are clear
Communication is direct

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7
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One disadvantage of persuasive

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No input from employees
Low employee motivation
Feeling of alienation

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8
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One characteristic of consultative

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Two-way communication
Importance of contribution from employees
Authority and decisions making is centralized

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