Business Studies

Planning

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Which of the following is NOT a step of the process of planning?

The first and foremost step is setting objectives

The next step in planning is concerned with the identification, evaluation and selection of an alternative

The following step is concerned with putting the plans into action

The subsequent step is to assign work duties to employees and create reporting relationships

✅ Correct Option: 4

Option 1 -> Setting objectives is the fundamental first step in the planning process where goals are defined.

Option 2 -> Identifying, evaluating and selecting alternatives is a core step in planning where different courses of action are analyzed.

Option 3 -> Putting plans into action (implementation) is the execution phase of the planning process.

Option 4 -> Assigning work duties and creating reporting relationships belongs to the organizing function, not the planning function.

Hence, Option 4 -> Assigning work duties to employees and creating reporting relationships is a step in the organizing function of management, not planning. Planning focuses on setting objectives, developing premises, identifying and evaluating alternatives, and implementation. The organizing function deals with structuring the organization, delegating authority, and establishing reporting relationships -> correct

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Planning is sometimes considered rigid because:

2022: 16 July Shift 2

Identify the correct sequence of steps involved in the Planning process.

A. Identifying alternative

B. Selecting an alternative

C. Evaluating alternative

D. Follow up action

E. Implementing the plan

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

2025: 15 May Shift 1

In business, a manager is required to make certain assumptions about the future regarding a particular product, demand of that product, tax rates etc. This is called:

2025: 14 May Shift 2

Match List-I with List-II

List-I	List-II
Types of plan	Description
(A) Policies	(I) General statement or understanding that guides thinking in decision-making.
(B) Rules	(II) Detailed statement about a project.
(C) Procedures	(III) Pre-determined decision which has to be applied in special circumstances.
(D) Programme	(IV) Exact way of doing work

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

2024

Policy formation serves as the basis of coordinating the activities and efforts of different divisions, departments and individuals. It helps in avoiding confusion and misunderstanding.' Identify the significance of managerial function highlighted in this statement.

2022: 15 July Shift 2

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

Which of the following is NOT a step of the process of planning?

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