Question

Which of the following is true of entrepreneurial organizational structures? Choose all that apply.

They are flat.

They are common to large corporations.

They are common to start-up businesses.

A single leader makes most decisions.

Communication is indirect.

Tasks are usually standardized.
Which of the following is true of bureaucratic organizational structures? Choose all that apply.

They are hierarchical.

They are common to small businesses.

Roles are undefined.

Responsibilities are defined.

Tasks are usually standardized.

Answer 1

Entrepreneurial organizational structures — true statements:
- They are flat.
- They are common to start-up businesses.
- A single leader makes most decisions.

(False: They are not common to large corporations; communication is usually direct, not indirect; tasks are not usually standardized.)

Bureaucratic organizational structures — true statements:
- They are hierarchical.
- Responsibilities are defined.
- Tasks are usually standardized.

(False: They are not common to small businesses; roles are defined, not undefined.)