Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Setting

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of setting measurable and realistic expectations?

• A) Jessica tells Halim that she believes he can turn things around for his next performance review.
• B) Marsha tells Eddie, a machine operator, to reduce the defective parts he produces by 60 percent.
• C) Pablo tells Rachel, one of his sales people, that he expects a sharp improvement in her sales figures.
• D) Mark asks Ben to help ensure that the market share of the company increases.
• E) Keisha informs Roger that she expects to see an improvement in his output as soon as possible.

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Definitions:

Discount

A reduction from the usual cost of something or the process of determining the present value of future cash flows.

Political Risk

In international business, the chance that the value of a firm’s investment in a foreign country will be reduced by political actions of either the foreign government or terrorists.

Exchange Rate Risk

The risk that international trade dealings will earn less than expected because of movement in exchange rates.

Economic Risk

The possibility of loss caused by macroeconomic or market conditions, such as changes in interest rates or recessions.