The Purpose of Forecasting the Performance of a Strategic Proposal

question 5

Multiple Choice

The purpose of forecasting the performance of a strategic proposal is to ensure

• A) management is committed to the initiative
• B) sustainability of the enterprise
• C) stakeholder priorities have been addressed
• D) consistency with the strategic goals

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Definitions:

Criterion-related Validity

The extent to which a measure is related to an outcome or criterion, indicating the utility of the test for predicting performance or behavior.

Discriminant Validity

A method of demonstrating construct validity by correlating a test with other dissimilar instruments to ensure lack of a relationship.

Intelligence Test

Individual tests that assess a broad range of cognitive capabilities that generally results in an “IQ” score. Often used to identify mental retardation, giftedness, learning disabilities, and general cognitive functioning. It is a type of aptitude test.

Statistical Analysis

Involves mathematical techniques for collecting, reviewing, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.