Which of the Following Is Incorrect About Scenario Analyses

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is incorrect about scenario analyses?

• A) The objective of the process is to force executives to question their assumptions about the environment.
• B) The process attempts to incorporate the uncertainty and potential changes that might impact strategic and operational performance.
• C) Managers develop scenarios and use them for discussion.
• D) Scenario planning helps to emphasize that the business environment is predictable and helps to emphasize the application of traditional perspectives when solving problems.
• E) Scenario analysis attempts to force executives to question their assumptions about the environments in which the company operates.

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