In Planning, There Has Recently Been a Decided Move Among

question 29

Multiple Choice

In planning, there has recently been a decided move among many firms:

• A) to use advanced statistical techniques to help produce voluminous and detailed strategic plans.
• B) toward a less structured format and a shorter plan.
• C) to concentrate on factors that can be easily quantified.
• D) to make detailed forecasts and project them out at least five years.
• E) two of the above.

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Definitions:

International Investment Portfolios

Collections of international financial assets including stocks, bonds, and other securities, held by investors to diversify risks and achieve financial goals across global markets.

Working Capital

The measure of a company's operational liquidity, calculated as current assets minus current liabilities.

Economic Downturns

Periods of reduced economic activity characterized by declines in GDP, employment, and trade, often leading to increased unemployment and financial hardship.

Foreign Direct Investment

Capital allocated by a firm or person from one country into commercial interests within a different country, achieved by creating business entities or buying business resources.