Once a Manager Has Identified a Problem, He or She

question 81

Multiple Choice

Once a manager has identified a problem, he or she can generate alternatives to that problem. After this is done, the manager

• A) implements the solution.
• B) evaluates the decision he or she made.
• C) weighs the pros and cons of each alternative.
• D) determines the best alternative.
• E) implements each solution and determines which had the best results.

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