Arrange the following steps of the planning process in the correct sequence: (A) Objective setting (B) Alternative identification (C) Alternative evaluation (D) Alternative selection Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Solution
✅ Correct Option: 2
Option 1 -> (C), (B), (D), (A) suggests evaluating alternatives before identifying them and setting objectives last, which is illogical in the planning process. Option 2 -> (A), (B), (C), (D) follows the logical sequence: first set objectives, then identify alternatives, evaluate them, and finally select the best one. Option 3 -> (C), (B), (A), (D) suggests evaluating alternatives before identifying them and setting objectives in the middle, which contradicts basic planning principles. Option 4 -> (B), (A), (D), (C) suggests identifying alternatives before setting objectives and selecting before evaluation, which is impractical. Hence, Option 2: (A), (B), (C), (D) -> The planning process follows a logical sequence: (A) Objective setting establishes what needs to be achieved, (B) Alternative identification generates possible courses of action, (C) Alternative evaluation analyzes pros and cons of each option, and (D) Alternative selection chooses the best course of action. This is the standard rational planning model. -> correct
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