Which culture is described as having an internal focus and valuing flexibility (collaborate)?

• A. Clan Culture
• B. Adhocracy Culture
• C. Hierarchy Culture
• D. Market Culture

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is how cultures map to focus and flexibility. A clan culture centers on people, collaboration, and internal cohesion. It values teamwork, mentorship, and a flexible, supportive environment where employees work closely together. Because the description emphasizes an internal focus and a preference for collaboration and adaptability, this culture fits best.

In contrast, adhocracy emphasizes external opportunities and rapid innovation with a flexible approach, hierarchy emphasizes internal control and stability through formal structures, and market focuses on external positioning and results with a more competitive stance. The internal, collaborative, and adaptable pattern aligns with a clan culture.