Which of the Following Is NOT an Advantage of Setting

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of setting "stretch" objectives?

• A) helping to avoid mediocre results
• B) pushing company personnel to be more inventive and innovative
• C) helping clarify the company's strategic vision and strategic intent
• D) helping a company be more focused and intentional in its actions
• E) spurring exceptional performance and helping build a firewall against contentment with modest performance gains

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