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Identify and describe each of the major steps in the managerial decision-making process.

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In the context of strategic planning, which of the following is true of mission statements?
 A) They contain complex words and phrases.
  B) They follow a common format across various organizations.
  C) They are circulated within an organization, not outside.
  D) They provide a clear, long-term focus for an organization.



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Answer to Question 1

Managerial decision making involves four steps: (1 ) identifying the problem--the discrepancy between an actual condition and a desired condition; (2 ) generating alternatives--after problem identification, alternatives need to be generated; (3 ) selecting an alternative--managers must select the alternative that will be most effective and practical; and (4 ) implementing and evaluating the solution--devoting resources to the implementation of the selected alternative and, finally, evaluating the decision's effectiveness.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


upturnedfurball

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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