Question 1

Guiding and motivating others to achieve high levels of performance is called __________.
A) planning
B) organizing
C) leading
D) controlling

Accepted Answer

Leading involves guiding and motivating others to achieve high levels of performance. Planning involves setting goals and objectives, organizing involves arranging resources, and controlling involves monitoring and adjusting performance.

Question 2

Which of the following is the fourth step in the planning process?
A) Implementing the plan
B) Making the plan
C) Defining objectives
D) Developing premises regarding future conditions

Accepted Answer

The fourth step in the planning process, after defining objectives, developing premises regarding future conditions, and decision making, is making the plan. This involves formulating the strategies, policies, programs, procedures, and budgets necessary to achieve the objectives.

Question 3

Stretch goals are __________.
A) impossible to meet
B) good exercises
C) only for the very best employees
D) difficult and challenging, but achievable

Accepted Answer

Stretch goals are meant to be challenging and push individuals or teams outside of their comfort zone, but they should still be achievable with effort and dedication. They should not be impossible to meet or only for the best employees.

Question 4

Plans that identify the long-term direction for the organization,including a vision of what and where the organization wants to be in the longer-term,are called __________ plans.
A) extended
B) operational
C) strategic
D) lofty

Accepted Answer

Strategic plans are the plans that identify the long-term direction for the organization, including its vision for the future. Extended plans and lofty plans are not commonly used terms in business planning. Operational plans are shorter-term plans that focus on specific operational activities or projects within the organization.

Question 5

Allocating and arranging resources in order to accomplish a task is called __________.
A) controlling
B) planning
C) leading
D) organizing

Accepted Answer

The process of allocating and arranging resources in order to accomplish a task is called organizing. Planning involves setting goals and determining the steps needed to achieve those goals. Controlling involves monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary. Leading refers to motivating and directing people towards a common goal.

Question 6

A(n)__________ is a statement of intended means for accomplishing objectives.
A) plan
B) schedule
C) objective
D) idea

Accepted Answer

A plan is a detailed proposal for achieving a particular objective, while a schedule is a plan of events or activities that outlines the time when things are intended to happen. An objective is a specific measurable goal, and an idea is a thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action. Therefore, the best choice for a statement of intended means for accomplishing objectives is a plan.

Question 7

Planning inludes
A) allocating and arranging resources.
B) guiding the efforts of human resources.
C) setting goals and objectives.
D) monitoring task accomplishments.

Accepted Answer

Planning primarily involves setting goals and objectives, which serves as the foundation for other management functions.

Question 8

Sonya's primary responsibilities include the process of monitoring task accomplishments and taking corrective action in her department.This is called __________.
A) controlling
B) planning
C) leading
D) organizing

Accepted Answer

Sonya's responsibility of monitoring task accomplishments and taking corrective action falls under the process of controlling, which involves ensuring that tasks are completed according to plan, and taking corrective action if they are not.

Question 9

Jason wishes to achieve specific results.These are referred to as
A) measurements.
B) plans.
C) objectives.
D) end points.

Accepted Answer

Objectives refer to specific results or goals that someone wishes to achieve.

Question 10

A future-oriented statement that clarifies the purpose of the organization refers to a(n):
A) operational plan
B) vision statement
C) strategic plan
D) tactical plan

Accepted Answer

A vision statement is a future-oriented statement that clarifies the purpose of the organization and outlines its aspirations and goals. It is usually a short and inspiring statement that communicates the organization's values, direction, and desired impact. A strategic plan, on the other hand, is a comprehensive and long-term plan that outlines the organization's goals, objectives, strategies, and actions to achieve its vision. An operational plan is a short-term and specific plan that outlines the day-to-day activities and tasks required to achieve the strategic objectives. A tactical plan is also a short-term plan that outlines the specific actions and resources needed to achieve the operational goals.

Question 11

Planning offers all of the following advantages EXCEPT A) a guarantee of success. B) Helping us to sharpen our focus. C) Increasing our flexibility. D) avoiding complacency.

Accepted Answer

Planning does not offer a guarantee of success as there are always unforeseen circumstances that can arise and impact the outcome.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT one of the four functions of management? A) Planning B) Controlling C) Organizing D) Recruiting

Accepted Answer

The four functions of management are Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling. Recruiting is not included in the traditional four functions of management, although it may be a sub-function of the organizing function.

Question 13

Objectives should be measurable and __________.
A) specific
B) share a loftier goal
C) a well-kept secret
D) easily accomplishable

Accepted Answer

Objectives should be specific to provide clarity and focus in achieving the goal, and measurable to track progress and determine success. Loftier goals can be included as part of the overall mission, but objectives should be actionable and attainable. Keeping objectives as well-kept secrets would be counterproductive, and easily accomplishable objectives may not provide enough challenge or motivation.

Question 14

In general,people are comfortable with which of these time horizons?
A) One week
B) Three months
C) Ten year
D) Five years

Accepted Answer

Three months is a short enough time horizon for people to feel like they have some control and understanding of what might happen, but long enough to make meaningful progress towards their goals. One week is too short of a timeframe to plan for, while ten years is too far out to have a concrete understanding of what might happen. Five years is in between, but still too long of a timeframe for most people to feel comfortable with.

Question 15

First step one of the planning process when setting goals include
A) getting the mundane, trivial things planned first.
B) focusing on easy goals to build momentum.
C) keeping your eye on the past in order to know what you have accomplished.
D) defining your objectives, so that you know where you want to go.

Accepted Answer

Defining objectives is the first step in the planning process because it creates clarity of where you want to go and what you want to achieve. Without clear objectives, it becomes difficult to plan and achieve specific goals. Getting the mundane things planned first (A) or focusing on easy goals (B) might not necessarily align with your larger objectives, and keeping your eye on the past (C) can be helpful for reflection but not necessarily for setting future goals.

Question 16

Plans that usually cover three years or more are called __________.
A) medium
B) operational
C) short-range
D) long-range

Accepted Answer

Long-range plans typically cover three or more years into the future, whereas short-range plans generally cover one year or less. Medium-range plans typically cover one to three years into the future, and operational plans are more detailed plans that outline specific actions to achieve short-term goals.

Question 17

Plans that cover a year or less are called __________ plans.
A) medium
B) strategic
C) short-range
D) long-term

Accepted Answer

Plans that cover a year or less are usually considered short-term plans.

Question 18

The last of the four management functions,control,actually begins with
A) a good organization.
B) a well-developed plan to measure against.
C) inspired leadership to develop commitment.
D) inspired direction.

Accepted Answer

Control involves measuring actual performance against established goals or standards. Therefore, having a well-developed plan to measure against is essential to the control function. While an organization, leadership, and direction are important for effective management, they are not as directly tied to the control function as having a plan for measurement.

Question 19

Which of these refer to the process of setting goals and objectives and determining how to accomplish them?
A) Organizing
B) Planning
C) Leading
D) Controlling

Accepted Answer

Planning is the process of setting goals and objectives and determining how to accomplish them. Organizing involves arranging resources to achieve the goals, leading involves guiding and motivating people to achieve the goals, and controlling involves monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.

Question 20

Which of these refers to a process by which one establishes lower-level objectives in order to meet higher-level objectives?
A) Objective analysis
B) Strategic analysis
C) A hierarchy of objectives
D) A chain of command

Accepted Answer

A hierarchy of objectives is a system in which lower-level objectives are established to support the achievement of higher-level objectives. This process ensures that all goals are aligned and working towards the overarching mission or vision of the organization. Objective analysis and strategic analysis are related concepts, but they do not specifically pertain to the establishment of lower-level objectives. A chain of command is a different organizational concept that refers to the hierarchy of reporting and decision-making within a structure.

Quiz 5: Plans and Planning Techniques

Guiding and motivating others to achieve high levels of performance is called __________.

Which of the following is the fourth step in the planning process?

Stretch goals are __________.

Plans that identify the long-term direction for the organization,including a vision of what and where the organization wants to be in the longer-term,are called __________ plans.

Allocating and arranging resources in order to accomplish a task is called __________.

A(n) __________ is a statement of intended means for accomplishing objectives.

Planning inludes

Sonya's primary responsibilities include the process of monitoring task accomplishments and taking corrective action in her department.This is called __________.

Jason wishes to achieve specific results.These are referred to as

A future-oriented statement that clarifies the purpose of the organization refers to a(n) :

Planning offers all of the following advantages EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT one of the four functions of management?

Objectives should be measurable and __________.

In general,people are comfortable with which of these time horizons?

First step one of the planning process when setting goals include

Plans that usually cover three years or more are called __________.

Plans that cover a year or less are called __________ plans.

The last of the four management functions,control,actually begins with

Which of these refer to the process of setting goals and objectives and determining how to accomplish them?

Which of these refers to a process by which one establishes lower-level objectives in order to meet higher-level objectives?