Question 1

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The Transportation Safety Administration was created shortly after the terrorist attack on 9/11/2001.The TSA strives to make travel safe.Air travel security has evolved as terrorists have attempted a variety of attacks.​
Match the following statements about what happened with the term that best identifies the action.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-There are more armed air marshals on flights.The flights are selected by the proximity to high value targets.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D because tactical plans are specific actions that are taken to achieve strategic goals. In this case, the tactical plan is to increase the number of armed air marshals on flights.

Question 2

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Derived directly from strategic plans and goals

Accepted Answer

Tactical plans and goals are derived directly from strategic plans and goals, as they are designed to implement specific parts of a strategic plan.

Question 3

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Reaction plans

Accepted Answer

Short-range reaction plans are designed to address immediate issues or problems, focusing on quick responses and solutions that can be implemented in a short period of time.

Question 4

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Action plans

Accepted Answer

Short-range action plans are designed for immediate implementation, typically focusing on the near future, often within a year or less, to address immediate goals or issues.

Question 5

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Can have a decided negative effect on employee motivation,even when rewards are desired

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following.You may use a response...

Question 6

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Derived from the mission statement

Accepted Answer

Strategic plans and goals are derived from the mission statement of an organization, guiding its overall direction and long-term objectives.

Question 7

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Outlines the organization's purpose,values,and premises

Accepted Answer

The mission statement outlines the organization's purpose, values, and premises.

Question 8

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The Transportation Safety Administration was created shortly after the terrorist attack on 9/11/2001.The TSA strives to make travel safe.Air travel security has evolved as terrorists have attempted a variety of attacks.​
Match the following statements about what happened with the term that best identifies the action.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-The TSA wants to improve employment screening for baggage handlers.

Accepted Answer

The TSA's desire to improve employment screening for baggage handlers is an operational goal, as it focuses on specific, day-to-day operations and tasks.

Question 9

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Strategic plans

Accepted Answer

Strategic plans are typically designed to be long-range, outlining an organization's goals and how it plans to achieve them over an extended period, often spanning several years.

Question 10

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-A single use plan of less scope and complexity than a program

Accepted Answer

A project is a single-use plan but of less scope and complexity than a program, making it the correct match.

Question 11

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Lack of resources,government restrictions,and strong competition can limit what an organization can do

Accepted Answer

The term "constraints" directly relates to the statement about lack of resources, government restrictions, and strong competition limiting what an organization can do.

Answer: B
 A dynamic and complex environment can also limit what an organization can do, as it poses numerous challenges and uncertainties that must be navigated.

Answer: A and E
 While improper reward systems may not necessarily limit what an organization can do, they can certainly hinder performance and achievement of goals. Similarly, inappropriate goals may not be a direct limitation, but they can lead to wasted resources and misguided efforts.

Question 12

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-A single-use plan for a large set of activities

Accepted Answer

CA single-use plan for a large set of activities can be referred to as both a Program and a Project. Programs are broad, encompassing a range of projects and activities aimed at achieving a major goal. Projects are specific, time-bound efforts to achieve a particular goal, fitting the description of a single-use plan for a large set of activities.

Question 13

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Developed for activities that recur regularly over a period of time

Accepted Answer

Standing plans are developed for activities that recur regularly over a period of time. These plans provide guidance and structure for routine situations and help in streamlining the operations of an organization.

Answer: F 
 Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are a specific type of standing plan that outlines step-by-step instructions for performing a particular task or activity. They are designed for activities that are repetitive and routine and help ensure consistency and quality in the organization's operations.

Question 14

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Technological innovation and intense competition can increase the difficulty of accurately assessing future opportunities

Accepted Answer

The statement mentions "Technological innovation and intense competition" which suggests a dynamic and complex environment.

Answer: A 
 The statement mentions "inaccurately assessing future opportunities" which can be a result of improper reward systems.

Answer: D 
 The statement mentions "constraints" which can limit the ability to accurately assess future opportunities.

Answer: E 
 The statement mentions "inappropriate goals" which could lead to difficulty in accurately assessing future opportunities.

Answer: C 
 While a reluctance to establish goals could potentially impact the ability to accurately assess future opportunities, it is not directly mentioned in the statement.

Question 15

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Source from which strategic plans and goals are derived

Accepted Answer

The mission statement is the source from which strategic plans and goals are derived. It outlines the organization's purpose, values, and overall direction.

Answer: C 
 Strategic plans and goals are the main source from which an organization's direction and priorities are determined. They provide a high-level overview of where the organization wants to go and how it plans to get there.

Answer: D 
 Tactical plans and goals are derived from strategic plans and goals. They focus on specific actions and steps that need to be taken in order to achieve the overall strategic objectives.

Answer: B 
 Operational plans and goals are derived from tactical plans and goals. They focus on the day-to-day actions and tasks that need to be carried out in order to achieve the tactical objectives.

Question 16

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Operational plans

Accepted Answer

Operational plans are typically short-range, focusing on the immediate or near future, usually within a year, to manage specific activities and resources effectively.

Question 17

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Developed to support tactical plans and goals

Accepted Answer

Operational plans and goals are developed to support tactical plans and goals by detailing the specific procedures and processes needed to achieve them.

Question 18

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Tactical plans

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following.You may use a response...

Question 19

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Lack of confidence or fear of failure may cause managers to try to avoid responsibility

Accepted Answer

C. Reluctance to establish goals can be a direct consequence of a lack of confidence or fear of failure, as managers may avoid setting clear objectives to evade the responsibility for potential failures.

Question 20

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all.
-Developed to carry out a course of action not likely to be repeated in the future

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following.You may use a response...

Quiz 6: Basic Elements of Planning and Decision Making

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Derived directly from strategic plans and goals

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Reaction plans

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Action plans

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Can have a decided negative effect on employee motivation,even when rewards are desired

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Derived from the mission statement

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Outlines the organization's purpose,values,and premises

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Strategic plans

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -A single use plan of less scope and complexity than a program

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Lack of resources,government restrictions,and strong competition can limit what an organization can do

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -A single-use plan for a large set of activities

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Developed for activities that recur regularly over a period of time

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Technological innovation and intense competition can increase the difficulty of accurately assessing future opportunities

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Source from which strategic plans and goals are derived

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Operational plans

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Developed to support tactical plans and goals

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Tactical plans

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Lack of confidence or fear of failure may cause managers to try to avoid responsibility

Match the following.You may use a response once,more than once,or not at all. -Developed to carry out a course of action not likely to be repeated in the future