Information Technology Has Made Many Tasks Easier, but Not All

question 193

Multiple Choice

Information technology has made many tasks easier, but not all tasks. Which of the following tasks performed by managers requires more critical thinking skills than the others because it is not as dependent upon information technology?

• A) Sensitivity analysis
• B) Rolling up individual units' budgets into the company wide budget
• C) Removing slack from the budget
• D) Preparing responsibility centre performance reports that identify variances between actual and budgeted revenues and costs

Understand the process of ethical decision-making as it applies to PR scenarios.

Recognize the relevance of PR ethics in the broader context of democratic societies.

Understand the role of ethical codes in guiding PR practitioners' actions and decision-making.

Appreciate the need for continuous education and awareness of ethical principles in advancing the PR profession.

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Definitions:

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a challenge or difficulty and finding a practical and effective solution.

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IDEAS Process

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