Application of Qualities of Effective Control Systems
Jared has been hired to establish a control system for SRP Inc. Jared knows several decisions must be made before the control system can be implemented. Several contingencies must also be considered. One of the first decisions that must be made is where to place the controls and what needs to be controlled. Jared also knows the organization is relatively small and will be for some time, and that management intends to decentralize extensively. Furthermore, management has indicated that
if- then guidelines are to be implemented. Jared looks forward to designing a system that will work well for the company for years to come.
-The if- then guidelines refer to which of the following characteristics of control systems?
A)strategic placement
B)understandability
C)economy
D)corrective action

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The "if-then" guidelines refer to the characteristic of corrective action in control systems, as they imply a mechanism for responding to deviations from expected performance or conditions by specifying actions to be taken if certain conditions occur.