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acc299

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Which of the following is not an informal control?
 a. Addressing the discrepancy between last year's sales and current sales
  b. Rotating managers to different assignments
  c. Training employees in a culture that is consistent with company goals
  d. Establishing frequent contact between the headquarters and regional offices

Question 2

Reena is seeking monetary help from friends and family. In the hopes of getting a loan from her distant but wealthy aunt, Reena meets and gifts her a silk scarf. In this scenario, Reena's motive in giving a gift to her aunt is _____.
 A) antagonistic
  B) obligatory
  C) compensatory
  D) instrumental
  E) altruistic



johnharpe

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Answer to Question 1

A
Addressing the discrepancy between last year's sales and current sales in an example of a formal control. The other examples are informal controls.

Answer to Question 2

D



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