Question 1

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-operational plan

Accepted Answer

A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers 
A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers

Question 2

The three most common types of plans are strategic,tactical,and objective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Evaluating results is part of the last step of the strategic planning process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is not a type of business unit identified or labeled by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Matrix?

Accepted Answer

A) stars 
B) dogs 
C) question marks 
D) tigers 
A) stars 
B) dogs 
C) question marks 
D) tigers

Question 5

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-management by objectives (MBO)

Accepted Answer

A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers 
A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers

Question 6

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-program

Accepted Answer

A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers 
A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers

Question 7

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-differentiation strategy

Accepted Answer

A) a business-level strategy pinpointing a specific market 
B) a plan to maximize competitive advantage by using the proper mix of units and products 
C) includes assessing the environment, analyzing core competencies, and creating goals and plans 
D) a strategy as to how managers will allocate resources 
E) a corporate-level plan to expand and increase to higher levels
F)a search for pros and cons, opportunities, and threats as well as positives and negatives of an organization
G)a plan that maps out the destiny for the entire organization
H)a long-term course of action using planning and decision-making processes
I)a business-level strategy that attempts to set products or services apart from those of other companies
J)a business unit with small market shares in an expanding industry 
A) a business-level strategy pinpointing a specific market 
B) a plan to maximize competitive advantage by using the proper mix of units and products 
C) includes assessing the environment, analyzing core competencies, and creating goals and plans 
D) a strategy as to how managers will allocate resources 
E) a corporate-level plan to expand and increase to higher levels
F)a search for pros and cons, opportunities, and threats as well as positives and negatives of an organization
G)a plan that maps out the destiny for the entire organization
H)a long-term course of action using planning and decision-making processes
I)a business-level strategy that attempts to set products or services apart from those of other companies
J)a business unit with small market shares in an expanding industry

Question 8

A few dynamic thinking,top-level managers delegate strategic planning to ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) stockholders 
B) the general public 
C) line managers 
D) the board of directors 
A) stockholders 
B) the general public 
C) line managers 
D) the board of directors

Question 9

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-retrenchment strategy

Accepted Answer

A) a business-level strategy to keep tight controls over expenses 
B) a strategy to acquire similar products or services 
C) a strategy to accept the status quo 
D) a business unit with low market share and low market growth rate 
E) the processes associated with putting the strategic plan into motion
F)a strategy element that identifies the current position and its relationship to competitors
G)a strategy to explore "uncharted waters"
H)a planning tool grouping businesses based on market growth rate and market share
I)a strategy to reduce the size or scope of activities
J)major organizational departments such as marketing and human resources are critical to this strategy 
A) a business-level strategy to keep tight controls over expenses 
B) a strategy to acquire similar products or services 
C) a strategy to accept the status quo 
D) a business unit with low market share and low market growth rate 
E) the processes associated with putting the strategic plan into motion
F)a strategy element that identifies the current position and its relationship to competitors
G)a strategy to explore "uncharted waters"
H)a planning tool grouping businesses based on market growth rate and market share
I)a strategy to reduce the size or scope of activities
J)major organizational departments such as marketing and human resources are critical to this strategy

Question 10

Analyzer strategy is appropriate in an environment in which growth is possible,and the organization is both efficient and creative.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Management by objectives (MBO)is a unique planning method because subordinates have the opportunity to ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) work a lot of overtime hours 
B) evaluate their peers 
C) communicate and reciprocate with managers to set their own goals 
D) become leaders of work teams 
A) work a lot of overtime hours 
B) evaluate their peers 
C) communicate and reciprocate with managers to set their own goals 
D) become leaders of work teams

Question 12

If the proportionate number of consumers for cigarettes (smokers)continues to decline,larger and more established tobacco corporations such as R.J.Reynolds should definitely not formulate which strategy?

Accepted Answer

A) reactor 
B) offender 
C) prospector 
D) focus 
A) reactor 
B) offender 
C) prospector 
D) focus

Question 13

Long-term,company-wide goals are the primary responsibility of which level of management?

Accepted Answer

A) first-line 
B) middle-level 
C) top-level 
D) trainee 
A) first-line 
B) middle-level 
C) top-level 
D) trainee

Question 14

All planning is based on assumptions and:

Accepted Answer

A) strategic controls. 
B) leadership expectations. 
C) forecasts. 
D) organization restructuring. 
A) strategic controls. 
B) leadership expectations. 
C) forecasts. 
D) organization restructuring.

Question 15

Single-use plans are assigned and accomplished over a fixed period of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Linear programming is a planning tool that can be used to determine the optimum combination of leadership allocation and bureaucratic controls.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-rule

Accepted Answer

A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers 
A) written instructions to carry out the sequential steps to accomplish a task 
B) the steps by which an organization will achieve its strategic goals 
C) a planning technique for managers and subordinates to collaborate goal setting 
D) predicts income and expenses 
E) requires great leaps forward on such measures as product development, time, return on investment, and sales growth
F)goals for middle managers
G)a broad, written guideline
H)the formal written organizational purpose
I)plan which adapts to changes that affect or impact the original plan
J)the mental activity of determining what you want to do
K)end result of the planning effort
L)no smoking
M)a planning technique of predicting or attempting to foresee future issues and events
N)a single-use plan for accomplishing a group of related activities
O)a plan focusing on first-line managers

Question 18

Rules for writing and implementing mission statements include the following except:

Accepted Answer

A) Keep the statement simple 
B) Utilize statutory laws. 
C) Allow company-wide input. 
D) Rely on the statement for guidance. 
A) Keep the statement simple 
B) Utilize statutory laws. 
C) Allow company-wide input. 
D) Rely on the statement for guidance.

Question 19

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-horizontal integration

Accepted Answer

A) a business-level strategy to keep tight controls over expenses 
B) a strategy to acquire similar products or services 
C) a strategy to accept the status quo 
D) a business unit with low market share and low market growth rate 
E) the processes associated with putting the strategic plan into motion
F)a strategy element that identifies the current position and its relationship to competitors
G)a strategy to explore "uncharted waters"
H)a planning tool grouping businesses based on market growth rate and market share
I)a strategy to reduce the size or scope of activities
J)major organizational departments such as marketing and human resources are critical to this strategy 
A) a business-level strategy to keep tight controls over expenses 
B) a strategy to acquire similar products or services 
C) a strategy to accept the status quo 
D) a business unit with low market share and low market growth rate 
E) the processes associated with putting the strategic plan into motion
F)a strategy element that identifies the current position and its relationship to competitors
G)a strategy to explore "uncharted waters"
H)a planning tool grouping businesses based on market growth rate and market share
I)a strategy to reduce the size or scope of activities
J)major organizational departments such as marketing and human resources are critical to this strategy

Question 20

Match the options below with the correct phrases:
-(BCG)Matrix question mark

Accepted Answer

A) a business-level strategy pinpointing a specific market 
B) a plan to maximize competitive advantage by using the proper mix of units and products 
C) includes assessing the environment, analyzing core competencies, and creating goals and plans 
D) a strategy as to how managers will allocate resources 
E) a corporate-level plan to expand and increase to higher levels
F)a search for pros and cons, opportunities, and threats as well as positives and negatives of an organization
G)a plan that maps out the destiny for the entire organization
H)a long-term course of action using planning and decision-making processes
I)a business-level strategy that attempts to set products or services apart from those of other companies
J)a business unit with small market shares in an expanding industry 
A) a business-level strategy pinpointing a specific market 
B) a plan to maximize competitive advantage by using the proper mix of units and products 
C) includes assessing the environment, analyzing core competencies, and creating goals and plans 
D) a strategy as to how managers will allocate resources 
E) a corporate-level plan to expand and increase to higher levels
F)a search for pros and cons, opportunities, and threats as well as positives and negatives of an organization
G)a plan that maps out the destiny for the entire organization
H)a long-term course of action using planning and decision-making processes
I)a business-level strategy that attempts to set products or services apart from those of other companies
J)a business unit with small market shares in an expanding industry

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -operational plan

The three most common types of plans are strategic,tactical,and objective.

Evaluating results is part of the last step of the strategic planning process.

Which of the following is not a type of business unit identified or labeled by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Matrix?

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -management by objectives (MBO)

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -program

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -differentiation strategy

A few dynamic thinking,top-level managers delegate strategic planning to ____________.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -retrenchment strategy

Analyzer strategy is appropriate in an environment in which growth is possible,and the organization is both efficient and creative.

Management by objectives (MBO)is a unique planning method because subordinates have the opportunity to ____________.

If the proportionate number of consumers for cigarettes (smokers)continues to decline,larger and more established tobacco corporations such as R.J.Reynolds should definitely not formulate which strategy?

Long-term,company-wide goals are the primary responsibility of which level of management?

All planning is based on assumptions and:

Single-use plans are assigned and accomplished over a fixed period of time.

Linear programming is a planning tool that can be used to determine the optimum combination of leadership allocation and bureaucratic controls.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -rule

Rules for writing and implementing mission statements include the following except:

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -horizontal integration

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -(BCG)Matrix question mark

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Information Management Systems

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters

Exam 4: Planning and Strategy

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -operational plan

The three most common types of plans are strategic,tactical,and objective.

Evaluating results is part of the last step of the strategic planning process.

Which of the following is not a type of business unit identified or labeled by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Matrix?

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -management by objectives (MBO)

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -program

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -differentiation strategy

A few dynamic thinking,top-level managers delegate strategic planning to ____________.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -retrenchment strategy

Analyzer strategy is appropriate in an environment in which growth is possible,and the organization is both efficient and creative.

Management by objectives (MBO)is a unique planning method because subordinates have the opportunity to ____________.

If the proportionate number of consumers for cigarettes (smokers)continues to decline,larger and more established tobacco corporations such as R.J.Reynolds should definitely not formulate which strategy?

Long-term,company-wide goals are the primary responsibility of which level of management?

All planning is based on assumptions and:

Single-use plans are assigned and accomplished over a fixed period of time.

Linear programming is a planning tool that can be used to determine the optimum combination of leadership allocation and bureaucratic controls.

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -rule

Rules for writing and implementing mission statements include the following except:

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -horizontal integration

Match the options below with the correct phrases: -(BCG)Matrix question mark

Management: An Overview

Management Thought: Past and Present

The Managers Environment

Managements Commitments to Quality and Productivity

Making Decisions

Organizing Principles

Organizational Design, Culture, and Change

Management Ethics and Social Responsibility

Staffing the Workforce

Communication: Interpersonal and Organizational

Human Motivation

Leadership

Team Management and Conflict

Information Management Systems

Control: Purpose, Process, and Techniques

Filters