General Electric's Goal to Have Each of Its Divisions Be

question 238

Multiple Choice

General Electric's goal to have each of its divisions be #1 or #2 in its industry illustrates which basic purpose of goal setting?

• A) Goal setting provides direction,guidance,and motivation for managers.
• B) Goal setting helps firms allocate resources.
• C) Goal setting helps to define corporate culture.
• D) Goal setting helps managers assess performance.
• E) None of the above.

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