What Is the Role of the Devil's Advocate in the Decision-Making

question 25

Multiple Choice

What is the role of the devil's advocate in the decision-making process?

• A) to encourage wild ideas
• B) to be the cheerleader
• C) to identify the truths
• D) to be the critic
• E) to explore opposite positions

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Definitions:

Controlling

The management function that involves monitoring performance, comparing it with goals, and taking corrective action as needed.

Organizational Policies

Guidelines and rules set by a company to dictate and guide behavior and decision-making within the organization.

Individual Performance

The measure of an employee's effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of work in fulfilling specific job duties.

Feedforward Control

A method in management and systems theory where future system states are anticipated and actions are taken in advance to ensure organizational goals are achieved.