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Read the following case study and attempt question number.

Mr Vinay is a production Manager in a company. Being a Manager he seeks planned results from his subordinates so he sets the criteria against which actual performance of subordinates will be measured. He also conveys these criteria to his subordinates.

He knows that it is neither economical, nor easy to keep a check on each and every activity. He also finds that if he tries to control everything it will result in controlling nothing.

After these two considerations he gives main focus of his effort on comparatively more important tasks and finally he gets planned results.

Identify the Functions of management which is being discussed in the above case study.

Solution

Correct Option: 3

The case describes activities like setting criteria (standards), comparing actual performance with standards, and focussing on important tasks. These are all steps in the Controlling function of management, which ensures that activities conform to the plans.

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