Which Term Refers to the Systematic, Regular Monitoring of Major

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to the systematic, regular monitoring of major external forces influencing the organization?

• A) demand forecasting
• B) environmental scanning
• C) exception reporting
• D) influence analysis

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Definitions:

Culture of Depression

A societal or community state wherein depressive conditions or attitudes are prevalent, often influenced by environmental, social, or economic factors.

Poverty

A state where an individual lacks financial resources to meet basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing.

Functionalist Theory

A sociological perspective that interprets each part of society in terms of how it contributes to the stability and functionality of the whole society.

Stratification

The hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups in a society based on socio-economic status, power, ethnicity, or other differentiating factors.