__________ Is the Stage of Behavioral Change Where an Individual

question 9

Multiple Choice

__________ is the stage of behavioral change where an individual realizes that she needs to lose weight to reduce her chances of developing diabetes, but she is not yet ready to start a diet.

• A) Precontemplation
• B) Contemplation
• C) Preparation
• D) Action
• E) Maintenance

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Definitions:

Return on Investment

A measure of the profitability or efficiency of an investment, calculated as the net profit from the investment divided by its cost.

Residual Income

Operating income that exceeds a set minimum return on operating assets, used as a measure of the profitability and performance of a business unit.

Division

A segment within an organization that focuses on specific products, services, territories, or customers, usually with its own set of management and financial goals.

Division's Margin

The profit margin measured at the divisional level, reflecting the division's ability to generate profit from its revenues.