When Managers Ask Questions Such as "What Is the State

question 172

Multiple Choice

When managers ask questions such as "What is the state of disequilibrium affecting us?", they are in which stage of the managerial decision-making process?

• A) Selection of a desired alternative
• B) Development of alternatives
• C) Diagnosis and analysis of causes
• D) Recognition of decision requirement
• E) Evaluation and feedback

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Definitions:

Productive Individuals

People who are consistently able to achieve high output within the expected timeframes, contributing significantly to their teams or projects.

Dominant Responses

The most common or likely reactions individuals exhibit in a given situation, often influenced by past experiences, instincts, or social norms.

Nondominant Responses

Reactions or actions that are not the most common or typical in a given situation, often requiring more cognitive effort.

Productivity

The measure of the efficiency of a person, machine, system, etc., in converting inputs into useful outputs.