One Problem with Qualitative Goals Is That They

question 179

Multiple Choice

One problem with qualitative goals is that they

• A) reward inappropriate goal setting.
• B) are easily measured,so managers tend to overuse them as performance benchmarks.
• C) are difficult to measure and thus are not good indicators of success or failure.
• D) are usually inappropriate when viewed in the context of the organization's mission.
• E) usually involve unattainable performance standards.

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