In the Context of Operational Plans, Which of the Following

question 101

Multiple Choice

In the context of operational plans, which of the following is a difference between policies and procedures?

• A) Policies are single-use plans, whereas procedures are standing plans.
• B) Policies are plans that cover one-time-only events, whereas procedures are plans that can be used for recurring events.
• C) Policies indicate the general course of action that managers should take in response to a particular event, whereas procedures indicate the specific steps that managers should take in response to a particular event.
• D) Policies are strategic plans that are developed and carried out by the lower-level managers of a company, whereas procedures are tactical plans that are developed and carried out by the middle management of a company.

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