From the given options, Identify the statement that best describes planning as a continuous process

"Most of the time, employees do not even attempt to formulate plans". Which limitation of Planning is indicated by the given statement ?

Arrange the following steps followed during the planning process in a proper sequence.

A. Developing premises

B. Evaluating alternative courses

C. Selecting an alternative

D. Setting an Objective

E. Identifying alternative courses of action

Which of the following is NOT a feature of planning?

Identify the correct statements in the context of the planning.

(A) Planning will be a futile exercise if it is not acted upon or implemented.

(B) Planning implies a process which coordinates human efforts and assembles resources.

(C) Planning is closely connected with creativity and innovation.

(D) Planning is what managers at all levels do.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Single use plans are:

A. Budgets

B. Programmes

C. Procedures

D. Projects

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Amrit Lala, MD of Awasthi Ltd, retired after 33 years of service. The responsibility was given to Amit. Amit realized that there was lot of rivalry, confusion and misunderstanding among departmental heads. He detected inefficiencies, took corrective action and developed a master plan for the organisation to follow. This served as basis for coordinating the activities of all the departments, led to clarity of thought and action and the work got a smooth start.

Identify the importance of planning highlighted in the above paragraph.