Planning can't eliminate change. Managers plan in order to___________ .
A) decide what needs to be done when a change in environments happen
B) be prepared for when changes in management at the top occurs
C) have the appropriate materials available when the demand for them comes about
D) anticipate changes and develop the most effective response to changes

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Planning may not eliminate change, but it can help managers anticipate and develop effective responses to changes as they occur, making D the best choice. While A and C may be outcomes of planning, they do not fully capture the purpose of planning in relation to change. B is not directly related to the purpose of planning in relation to change.

Planning Can't Eliminate Change