Your Boss Asks, "I've Talked to Others in Your Group

question 30

Multiple Choice

Your boss asks, "I've talked to others in your group and they have agreed to work this weekend. Can I count on you? " To offset this influence, what should you say?

• A) "Normally, I could, but I have a meeting with our client this weekend to assess the problems we have with shipping. If you give me more warning next time, maybe I can help out. Maybe you should hire a temp this time."
• B) "Why can't you do it?"
• C) "I understand the problem. However, I also have a meeting scheduled with our major client to discuss some problems they had with our last shipment. Do you suppose we could employ a temp or should I cancel my meeting?"
• D) "I can't do it. Get someone else."

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Definitions:

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Specific Identification Method

a method in inventory management and accounting that tracks the cost of specific items of inventory, often used for unique or high-value items.

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