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What is the main purpose of planning in an organization?
What is the main purpose of planning in an organization?
- To define specific goals within a specific time period
- To develop a comprehensive hierarchy of plans
- To establish a basis for organizing, leading, and controlling (correct)
- To integrate and coordinate activities informally
In what way does formal planning differ from informal planning?
In what way does formal planning differ from informal planning?
- Formal planning is general and lacks specificity
- Formal planning is not written down
- Informal planning lacks continuity (correct)
- Informal planning involves verbalizing specific goals
What distinguishes the development of specific plans in an organization?
What distinguishes the development of specific plans in an organization?
- Clarifying actions needed to achieve organizational goals (correct)
- Ensuring that plans remain verbalized
- Integrating activities informally
- Creating a general strategy for achieving objectives
Which type of businesses often use informal planning?
Which type of businesses often use informal planning?
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Why is it important for managers to make formal plans available to organization members?
Why is it important for managers to make formal plans available to organization members?
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What is the primary purpose of planning in an organization?
What is the primary purpose of planning in an organization?
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What distinguishes the informal planning used by smaller businesses from formal planning?
What distinguishes the informal planning used by smaller businesses from formal planning?
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Which type of planning is characterized by little verbalization or documentation and a lack of continuity?
Which type of planning is characterized by little verbalization or documentation and a lack of continuity?
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Why do smaller businesses often prefer informal planning over formal planning?
Why do smaller businesses often prefer informal planning over formal planning?
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What role does formal planning play in helping organizations achieve their goals?
What role does formal planning play in helping organizations achieve their goals?
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