A Major Factor That Company Executives Need Not Worry About

question 98

Multiple Choice

A major factor that company executives need not worry about when their company is managing many diverse,unrelated firms is

• A)choosing business-unit heads having the requisite combination of managerial skills and know-how to motivate people.
• B)understanding the true value of strategic investment proposals by business-unit managers.
• C)knowing what to do if a business unit stumbles.
• D)"managing by the numbers"-that is,keeping a close track on the financial and operating results of each subsidiary.
• E)staying abreast of what's happening in each industry and subsidiary.

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Definitions:

Active Communication

A method of exchanging information that involves proactive engagement and feedback between parties.

Facial Expressions

Visible manifestations of emotions, thoughts, or feelings via movements of the facial muscles.

Body Position

The physical stance or posture of an individual, which can communicate nonverbal cues or affect physical well-being.

Nonverbal Communication

The process of conveying a message without the use of words, through gestures, facial expressions, and body language, among others.