When Formal Planning Fails to Lead to Higher Performance, Which

question 104

Multiple Choice

When formal planning fails to lead to higher performance, which one of the following is most likely to be the reason for the failure?

• A) A participative style of planning was used.
• B) Managers were allowed too much autonomy.
• C) The company emphasized the control function over other functions.
• D) External forces constrain managers' options.

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