Which of the Following Is a Task of the Middle

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a task of the middle manager in reducing the impact of environmental forces?

• A)Collect relevant information on the task environment.
• B)Create strategies that will take advantage of opportunities and counter threats.
• C)Find ways to use resources more efficiently.
• D)Get close to customers to learn what they want.
• E)None of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Cash Stream

A cash stream represents the flow of cash in and out of a business, highlighting cash revenue from sales and cash expenses from operations.

Rate of Return

A financial metric used to measure the profit or loss of an investment relative to its initial cost.

Cross-Dock Facility

A logistics strategy where incoming materials are unloaded directly from suppliers' trucks and immediately loaded onto outbound trucks, reducing storage time and costs.

Operating Costs

Expenses associated with the day-to-day functioning of a business, excluding the cost of goods sold.