A Situation Analysis Requires a Firm to Consider the External

question 14

Multiple Choice

A situation analysis requires a firm to consider the external forces and trends that affect it. Some of these may be favorable to the organization while others may be unfavorable. Which of the following is an example of an external force?

• A)The firm buys its own fleet of trucks, so it no longer needs to hire a trucking company for distribution.
• B)A hiring freeze is put into place. Although no one is fired, no one can be hired.
• C)A goal is set to close the gap between production costs and profits.
• D)A local government requires that all businesses within the city limits must recycle or be fined.
• E)Shareholders are rewarded with a sizable dividend check.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Reliable

The quality of being consistently good in performance, trustworthy, and able to be depended upon.

Primary Stakeholders

Individuals or groups with a direct interest or stake in a project or organization, whose input and interests are considered crucial.

Direct Interest

A personal or financial stake in a particular outcome, leading to involvement or intervention in the relevant matter.

Corporate Social Marketing

Support for a behavior changing campaign to improve safety, health, or the environment.