The strategic goal set forth by Central Ice Machine Company was to be the leading seller of ice machine replacement parts in the United States.As part of its ____ plan,it set up distribution contracts with six manufacturers of refrigeration units.
A) strategic
B) tactical
C) long-range
D) contingency
E) integrated

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The mention of setting up distribution contracts with manufacturers suggests a tactical plan, which focuses on specific actions and shorter-term objectives to achieve a larger goal. The other options either pertain to broader and long-term planning (e.g. strategic, long-range, integrated) or planning for unexpected events (contingency).

The Strategic Goal Set Forth by Central Ice Machine Company