Why Are Budgets Useful in the Planning Process

question 177

Multiple Choice

Why are budgets useful in the planning process?

• A) They provide management with information about the company's past performance.
• B) They help communicate goals and provide a basis for evaluation.
• C) They guarantee the company will be profitable if it meets its objectives.
• D) They enable the budget committee to earn their paycheck.

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