What Is the Primary Responsibility of Top Management

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is the primary responsibility of top management?

• A) to perform the organization's SWOT analysis
• B) to determine goals, strategy, and design, in adaptation to the environment
• C) to set a motivating culture for all employees
• D) to formalize and centralize the firm

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Definitions:

Performance

The execution or accomplishment of work, actions, tasks, or functions measured against preset known standards of accuracy, completeness, cost, and speed.

Objectives

Specific, measurable goals set by an individual or organization to achieve desired outcomes.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory that suggests an individual's behavior is determined by their expected outcomes and the attractiveness of those outcomes.

Good Effort

Typically refers to the application of commendable energy, diligence, or perseverance towards accomplishing a task or goal.