Marge has a(n) ________ decision-making style.
A) behavioral
B) conceptual
C) directive
D) analytical
E) satisfactory
Question 2Which of the following characterizes a directive-style decision maker?
A) They are achievement-oriented and future-oriented.
B) They find creative solutions to problems.
C) They prefer face-to-face meetings.
D) They prefer less information over more.
E) They enjoy problem solving through careful analysis.
Question 3All self-interested behavior is selfish.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4Which of the following is true about PERT charts?
A) They are used to guide employees in the goal-setting process.
B) They are used to conduct what if analyses.
C) They are used to identify the discrete steps in a process.
D) They are used in research and development situations.
E) They are used for construction projects.
Question 5________ are focused on specific tasks and projects that, when implemented, are designed to achieve measurable objectives.
A) Heuristics
B) Action plans
C) Utility models
D) Directive styles
E) Standardized tests
Question 6In the MBO approach to planning, which of the following activities is performed while monitoring results?
A) developing action plans
B) providing rewards
C) making adjustments to performance objectives
D) generating simple reports
E) setting objectives
Question 7Which of the following is part of the second phase of the project life cycle?
A) obtaining workers and materials
B) creating an overall plan
C) training personnel
D) establishing policies and procedures
E) developing ideas about what needs to be done
Question 8Which of the following activities is conducted during the third phase of the project life cycle?
A) designing the assembly process and building prototypes
B) developing the initial ideas of what needs to be done
C) training personnel that work in the new unit
D) conducting studies of factors that drive costs and productivity
E) obtaining support services to execute plans according to schedule