You Have Called an Employee into Your Office to Discuss

question 83

Multiple Choice

You have called an employee into your office to discuss his poor performance. How might you start the conversation?

• A) "Nice day, don't you think?"
• B) "Have you given any thought to doing some quality work here?"
• C) "We have a problem here, don't we?"
• D) "Your performance is below average. What do you plan to do about it?"
• E) "Your output is the lowest in the department. I'm concerned."

---

Definitions:

Consolidated Balance

The combined balance sheets of a parent company and its subsidiaries, providing a complete picture of the financial condition of the entire group.

Common Stock

A type of equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, with holders usually having voting rights to elect the board members.

Book Value

The amount of an asset's value as recorded in the company's books, representing its initial cost minus any depreciation, amortization, or impairment costs.

Acquisition

The act of acquiring control of another company or business unit by purchasing its shares or assets.