A Department Manager Manages to Procure a Sum of $12,000

question 63

Multiple Choice

A department manager manages to procure a sum of $12,000 for a project as opposed to the $15,000 budget put forth by his subordinate. Which of the following is the most positive way of putting across this message?

• A) The accounting department has refused to grant the full amount that you have stated. A sum of $12,000 has been approved instead and has been credited to the project's account.
• B) You must be well aware of the current economic slump. As a result, I have not been able to procure the amount as suggested in the budget. An amount of $12,000 has been credited to the project's account.
• C) The sum of $15,000 has been rejected. It has been credited to the project's account. Contact me for further assistance.
• D) Funds have been credited to the project's account. The $12,000 that has been granted should allow you to complete the project. For options or assistance, you can contact me.
• E) I will not be able to comply to the request. If you can cut the budget by $3000, the funds will be granted. Contact me with a revised budget at the earliest to proceed with the project.

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