According to Mintzberg, When Managers Take on the Role of a Disturbance

question 22

Multiple Choice

According to Mintzberg, when managers take on the role of a disturbance handler they must ________.

• A) assess organizational progress
• B) settle disputes between organization members
• C) establish themselves as links between their organizations and factors outside their organizations
• D) represent their organizations in a variety of social, legal, and ceremonial situations
• E) determine where resources should be placed to benefit their organizations best

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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

A method of cost accounting that includes all manufacturing costs - direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed manufacturing overhead - in the cost of a product.

Variable Costing

A costing method where only variable manufacturing costs are included in the cost of goods sold, with fixed manufacturing overhead treated as a period expense.

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes all manufacturing costs (both fixed and variable) in the cost of a product.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs, reflecting the actual profitability.