Ivan Is a Consultant Who Has Been Asked to Solve

question 18

Multiple Choice

Ivan is a consultant who has been asked to solve a technical problem for an electronics firm.When he arrives at the firm,he finds that the problem is exactly like a problem he has solved before.The first time he solved the problem it took him 37 hours.This time it takes him 26 hours.The MOST likely reason for his faster solution this time is __________.

• A)means-end analysis
• B)hill-climbing
• C)mental set
• D)creating subgoals

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Definitions:

Market-oriented

A business approach focused on understanding and meeting the needs and wants of customers in a specific market.

CEO

Chief Executive Officer; the highest-ranking executive in a company, responsible for making major corporate decisions and managing overall operations.

Mission Statement

A formal summary that defines the core purpose, objectives, and values of an organization, guiding its actions and decisions.

Strategic Fit

The alignment between an organization's resources and capabilities with its external environment and strategic objectives, essential for achieving success.