Leading, Sometimes Referred to as Directing, Is an Activity Performed

question 168

Multiple Choice

Leading, sometimes referred to as directing, is an activity performed by managers that involves ____.

• A) instructing and authorizing others to perform the necessary work
• B) identifying and combining resources so that a company can reach its goals and objectives
• C) establishing goals and objectives
• D) measuring performance and, if necessary, taking corrective action

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Definitions:

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