Which of the Following Is Not a "Rule of Thumb

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a "rule of thumb" used by budget analysts in review of agency budgets?

• A) Cut departments with "bad" reputations.
• B) Compare proposed budget with prior year and current year budget and actual expenditures to identify areas which may be reduced without great trouble.
• C) Recommend repair and renovation rather than replacement of facilities.
• D) None of the above; all are "rules of thumb"

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Definitions:

Empathic

Showing an ability to understand and share the feelings of another, essentially putting oneself in another's shoes emotionally.

Listening

The dynamic process of taking in, understanding, and reacting to both spoken and unspoken messages.

Omissions

Acts of leaving out or excluding something, either intentionally or accidentally.

Insight

The ability to understand the true nature of a situation, often involving self-awareness and the understanding of complex situations or concepts.