Which Improvement Most Dramatically Increased the Speed and Lowered the Expense

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which improvement most dramatically increased the speed and lowered the expense of commerce in the first half of the nineteenth century?

• A) the transcontinental railroad
• B) canals and steamboats
• C) the factory system
• D) a system of federally financed roads
• E) the establishment of an efficient postal system

Comprehend the concept, benefits, and components of management by objectives (MBO).

Identify the benefits of planning for individuals and organizations.

Describe the steps in the planning process.

Recognize the types of plans used by managers and their applications.

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Definitions:

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