Question 1

______ is a process of systematically analyzing gaps between expected and actual conditions to find and remedy their causes.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______ is a process of systematically analyzing...

Question 2

Supervisors should have access to information from their company's management information system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Josey is encouraging her team to continue to bring up as many new ideas as possible during a brainstorming session.What rule for successful brainstorming is she following?

Accepted Answer

A) Don't criticize ideas. 
B) Generate new ideas freely. 
C) Strive for quantity. 
D) Combine and improve. 
A) Don't criticize ideas. 
B) Generate new ideas freely. 
C) Strive for quantity. 
D) Combine and improve.

Question 4

In the problem solving process,you must evaluate alternatives before you suggest alternative solutions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The first step in the fundamental approach to problem solving is ______ .

Accepted Answer

A) evaluate alternatives 
B) choose one solution 
C) list possible causes 
D) state the problem clearly 
A) evaluate alternatives 
B) choose one solution 
C) list possible causes 
D) state the problem clearly

Question 6

You can recognize a potential problem by identifying a gap between actual and expected performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A decision tree is a useful tool for mathematically analyzing quantitative data to solve a problem.
A decision tree is a graphic portrait of part of the problem solving process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Most Americans say their jobs are too easy.
Supervisors need to make sure that employees have enough to do and reward employees who commit to doing a good job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When brainstorming be sure to combine ideas to improve on the solutions that are generated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Jenna has spent a total of four hours trying to find a cheaper price on ten staplers for her office.Is this an appropriate amount of time spent on this issue?

Accepted Answer

A) No,she should have spent more time. 
B) Yes,this is an appropriate amount of time. 
C) No,this is too much time. 
D) The issue needs further study. The more critical and lasting the effect of a decision,the more time can be spent on the solution.Four hours is too much time spent on this issue. 
A) No,she should have spent more time. 
B) Yes,this is an appropriate amount of time. 
C) No,this is too much time. 
D) The issue needs further study. The more critical and lasting the effect of a decision,the more time can be spent on the solution.Four hours is too much time spent on this issue.

Question 11

It is important to learn to concentrate when generating innovative ideas on your own.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

Accepted Answer

cost-benef

Question 13

MIS stands for ______ .

Accepted Answer

A) Management Intelligence Secret 
B) Municipal Information System 
C) Management Information System 
D) Municipal Intelligence Secret 
A) Management Intelligence Secret 
B) Municipal Information System 
C) Management Information System 
D) Municipal Intelligence Secret

Question 14

Cost-benefit analysis is the implementation of costs are compared to the projected value of the resulting product or services.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

Accepted Answer

A) direct and indirect cost analysis 
B) cost-benefit analysis 
C) qualitative analysis 
D) decision tree analysis 
A) direct and indirect cost analysis 
B) cost-benefit analysis 
C) qualitative analysis 
D) decision tree analysis

Question 16

You do not need a backup plan if your problem solving process has been effective.
Not having a backup plan is a common error in problem solving.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

It is never a good idea to make a decision while considering your intuition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Herwin often uses statistical or quantitative techniques to aid his decision making process.What type of decision making is this?

Accepted Answer

A) intuition 
B) mathematical 
C) decision tree 
D) qualitative 
A) intuition 
B) mathematical 
C) decision tree 
D) qualitative

Question 19

One difference between a Management Information System (MIS)and an accounting system is that ______ .

Accepted Answer

A) more data is collected through an MIS 
B) accounting systems are faster 
C) accounting systems are easier to integrate 
D) an MIS has a small data bank 
A) more data is collected through an MIS 
B) accounting systems are faster 
C) accounting systems are easier to integrate 
D) an MIS has a small data bank

Question 20

The vast majority of your problems will account for a minority of your profits or losses.What is this principle called?

Accepted Answer

A) the cost-benefit principle 
B) the 80/20 principle 
C) the rational and intuitive principle 
D) the time management principle 
A) the cost-benefit principle 
B) the 80/20 principle 
C) the rational and intuitive principle 
D) the time management principle

______ is a process of systematically analyzing gaps between expected and actual conditions to find and remedy their causes.

Supervisors should have access to information from their company's management information system.

Josey is encouraging her team to continue to bring up as many new ideas as possible during a brainstorming session.What rule for successful brainstorming is she following?

In the problem solving process,you must evaluate alternatives before you suggest alternative solutions.

The first step in the fundamental approach to problem solving is ______ .

You can recognize a potential problem by identifying a gap between actual and expected performance.

A decision tree is a useful tool for mathematically analyzing quantitative data to solve a problem. A decision tree is a graphic portrait of part of the problem solving process.

Most Americans say their jobs are too easy. Supervisors need to make sure that employees have enough to do and reward employees who commit to doing a good job.

When brainstorming be sure to combine ideas to improve on the solutions that are generated.

Jenna has spent a total of four hours trying to find a cheaper price on ten staplers for her office.Is this an appropriate amount of time spent on this issue?

It is important to learn to concentrate when generating innovative ideas on your own.

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

MIS stands for ______ .

Cost-benefit analysis is the implementation of costs are compared to the projected value of the resulting product or services.

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

You do not need a backup plan if your problem solving process has been effective. Not having a backup plan is a common error in problem solving.

It is never a good idea to make a decision while considering your intuition.

Herwin often uses statistical or quantitative techniques to aid his decision making process.What type of decision making is this?

One difference between a Management Information System (MIS)and an accounting system is that ______ .

The vast majority of your problems will account for a minority of your profits or losses.What is this principle called?

The Supervisors Role in Creating a Positive Workplace

Setting Goals, making Plans, and Improving Costs

Organizing an Effective Department

Staffing With Human Resources

Training and Developing Employees

Leadership Skills, styles, and Qualities

Effective Employee Communication

Understanding and Motivating People at Work

Counseling and Performance Management

Control: Monitoring and Improving Results

Appraising Employee Performance

Managing Groups, building Teams, and Resolving Conflicts

Managing a Diverse Workforce

The Supervisors Role in Employee Safety and Health, and Labor Relations

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Exam 3: Problem Solving and Managing Information

______ is a process of systematically analyzing gaps between expected and actual conditions to find and remedy their causes.

Supervisors should have access to information from their company's management information system.

Josey is encouraging her team to continue to bring up as many new ideas as possible during a brainstorming session.What rule for successful brainstorming is she following?

In the problem solving process,you must evaluate alternatives before you suggest alternative solutions.

The first step in the fundamental approach to problem solving is ______ .

You can recognize a potential problem by identifying a gap between actual and expected performance.

A decision tree is a useful tool for mathematically analyzing quantitative data to solve a problem. A decision tree is a graphic portrait of part of the problem solving process.

Most Americans say their jobs are too easy. Supervisors need to make sure that employees have enough to do and reward employees who commit to doing a good job.

When brainstorming be sure to combine ideas to improve on the solutions that are generated.

Jenna has spent a total of four hours trying to find a cheaper price on ten staplers for her office.Is this an appropriate amount of time spent on this issue?

It is important to learn to concentrate when generating innovative ideas on your own.

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

MIS stands for ______ .

Cost-benefit analysis is the implementation of costs are compared to the projected value of the resulting product or services.

______ is a balanced approach that adds all the costs of implementation and compares them with the project value of the resulting product or services.

You do not need a backup plan if your problem solving process has been effective. Not having a backup plan is a common error in problem solving.

It is never a good idea to make a decision while considering your intuition.

Herwin often uses statistical or quantitative techniques to aid his decision making process.What type of decision making is this?

One difference between a Management Information System (MIS)and an accounting system is that ______ .

The vast majority of your problems will account for a minority of your profits or losses.What is this principle called?

The Supervisors Role in Creating a Positive Workplace

Setting Goals, making Plans, and Improving Costs

Organizing an Effective Department

Staffing With Human Resources

Training and Developing Employees

Leadership Skills, styles, and Qualities

Effective Employee Communication

Understanding and Motivating People at Work

Counseling and Performance Management

Control: Monitoring and Improving Results

Appraising Employee Performance

Managing Groups, building Teams, and Resolving Conflicts

Managing a Diverse Workforce

The Supervisors Role in Employee Safety and Health, and Labor Relations

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