From the options given below, identify the steps that are involved in the process of ensuring that actual activities conform to planned activities:

(A) Setting performance standards and measurement of actual performance

(B) Comparison of actual performance with standards

(C) Taking corrective action

(D) Analysis of deviations

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Option 1 -> (A), (B), (D), (C) - This follows the logical control process: first setting standards and measuring performance, then comparing, analyzing deviations, and finally taking corrective action.

Option 2 -> (A), (C), (B), (D) - This sequence is illogical as it suggests taking corrective action before comparing actual performance with standards.

Option 3 -> (B), (A), (D), (C) - This sequence is incorrect as it attempts to compare performance before establishing standards and measuring actual performance.

Option 4 -> (C), (B), (D), (A) - This sequence is completely reversed and illogical, starting with corrective action before any measurement or comparison.

Hence, Option 1: (A), (B), (D), (C) -> This represents the correct sequential steps in the control process: (A) Setting performance standards and measuring actual performance comes first, followed by (B) Comparing actual performance with standards, then (D) Analyzing the deviations to understand their causes, and finally (C) Taking corrective action to address the deviations and ensure conformity with planned activities -> correct