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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:

"A good control system enables management to verify whether the standards set are accurate and objective". Identify the importance of controlling highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

Which step of controlling states that "performance should be measured in an objective and reliable manner"?

Identify the importance of controlling.

KRA in controlling process stands for:

Which among the following is NOT the importance of controlling function of management?

Which concept of controlling is referred to as 'control by exception'?

Arrange the following steps of controlling process in a logical sequence. (A) Measuring actual performance (B) Setting the standards (C) Using Critical Point Control and Management by Exception (D) Making comparison of actual performance with standards Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following points represents the correct relationship between planning and controlling? (A) Planning and controlling are separable twins of management. (B) Planning and controlling are inseparable twins of management. (C) Controlling could be accomplished without planning. (D) Planning without controlling is meaningless. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

_______ is the process of ensuring that actual activities conform to planned activities.

Identify the correct example(s) for "corrective action" that can be undertaken by the company during the controlling process. (A) Improve the physicial conditions of work, if working conditions are not good. (B) Replace or repair the existing machines, in case of poor performance by the salesperson. (C) Do not change the quality specifications for the material used, if the material is defective. (D) Use outdated technology for producing the good, if it's advanced version is already available in the market. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is NOT an importance of controlling?

Which of the following statement is not correct for the relationship between planning and controlling?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Critical Point Control and Management by Exception?

Identify the correct sequence of controlling process in management: (A) Deviation analysis (B) Setting standards (C) Comparison of actual performance with standards (D) Performance measurement Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Arrange the following steps involved in controlling process in proper sequence. (A) Measurement of Performance (B) Establishment of Standards (C) Finding out Deviations (D) Appraisal of Performance Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following does not represent the importance of controlling?

Which of the following are the importance of controlling? (A) It helps in accomplishing organizational goals. (B) It improves past planning by providing information derived from present experience. (C) It helps in improving employee motivation. (D) It helps in judging the accuracy of standards. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

______ only completes one cycle of management process and improves planning in the next cycle.

The standards of performance which serve as the basis of controlling are provided by_____

Which of the following is not an importance of controlling?

Arrange the following steps involved in the process of controlling in logical order. (A) Measure the performance by personal observation (B) Compare the performance with performance standards (C) Use critical point control for checking the deviation in KRAS (D) Train the employees if the production target is not met Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

After finding deviations from the standards, the manager initiates for corrective action. But if the deviation can not be corrected, the manager may opt for

Which of the following statements are not correct? (A) Planning and controlling are essentially one and the same. (B) Controlling is the part of planning process. (C) Controlling can be a substitute for planning. (D) Planning without controlling is meaningless. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Match List-I with List-II | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (A) Setting Standards | (I) The company has decided to increase the workforce to meet the shortage of production. | | (B) Measuring Actual Performance | (II) Company sets target production rate of 1000 units per day | | (C) Taking Corrective Action | (III) Acceptable deviations of actual performance from the standard performance is $\pm$ 50 units. | | (D) Analyzing Deviations | (IV) The company produces 700 units per day. | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which management function brings the management cycle back to the planning function?

The process of controlling involves which of the following steps? (A) Setting performance standards (B) Measurement of actual performance (C) Comparison of actual performance with standards (D) Analysis of deviations and taking corrective action. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Controlling is a systematic process involving five steps. "Comparing Actual Performance with Standards" is which step of controlling process?

Arrange the following in the correct sequence of controlling process. (A) Measurement of Actual Performance against Standards and their Comparison (B) Establishment of Goals and Standards (C) Corrective Action (D) Using Critical Point Control and Management by Exception while analyzing the deviations Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following does not highlight the importance of controlling?

Arrange the following steps of Controlling Process in a correct sequence. (A) Measurement of Actual Performance against Standards and their Comparison (B) Establishment of Goals and Standards (C) Corrective Action (D) Using Critical Point Control and Management by Exception while analyzing the deviations Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which among the following concept serves as a benchmark towards which an organization strives to work?

Which of the following are the correct statements in the context of controlling? (A) Controlling is a function that brings back the management cycle back to the planning function. (B) Controlling helps in the formulation of future plans. (C) Controlling is only backward looking function. (D) Controlling is a pervasive function. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The criteria against which actual performance is measured in the process of controlling are called:

Match List-I with List-II | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (A) Standards | (I) Setting of Reduction of defects from 10 pc to 5 pc per lot | | (B) Management by exception | (II) Assigning additional workers and equipment to the project. | | (C) Critical Control Point | (III) An attempt to control everything results in controlling nothing. | | (D) Corrective Action | (IV) Focusing on KRAs | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Arrange the following steps of controlling the process in a logical sequence. (A) Reporting of deviations and their causes after comparison. (B) Projecting the future and determining the goals and standards. (C) Taking corrective action at an appropriate level. (D) Measuring the work in terms of control standards. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following shows the relationship between planning and controlling?

The process of controlling involves the following steps: (A) Measurement of actual performance (B) Setting performance standards (C) Analysis of deviations and taking corrective action (D) Comparison of actual performance with standards Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

"In company Ace Itd, if the plans lay down a 2 percent increase in labor cost as an acceptable range of deviation, only an increase in labor cost beyond 2 percent should be brought to the notice of the management. However, in case of major deviation from the standard (say, 5 percent), the matter has to receive immediate action from management on a priority basis". Identify the concept of management highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

"The measurement of accomplishment against the standard and the correction of deviations to assure attainment of objectives according to plans". Identify the function of management highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

Match List-I with List-II | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Functional Areas) | (Standards) | | (A) Production | (I) Quantity | | (B) Marketing | (II) Labour absenteeism | | (C) Human Resource Management | (III) Sales-person's performance | | (D) Finance and Accounting | (IV) Flow of capital | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is not the importance of controlling?

Arrange the following steps of controlling process in a correct sequence: (A) Comparison of actual performance with standards (B) Setting standards (C) Analysis of deviations and taking corrective action (D) Measuring actual performance Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following management function helps in keeping track of the progress of the activities?

"Planning without controlling is meaningless and controlling without planning is blind". Which of the following statements advocate this statement: (A) Planning and controlling are separable twins of management. (B) Planning and controlling are inseparable twins of management. (C) Planning is evaluative, whereas controlling is prescriptive. (D) Planning based on mere assumptions makes controlling easier and more effective. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

"It is a function of management that brings the management cycle back to the planning function." Identify the function.

Identify the correct sequence of controlling process (A) Identifying the deviations from the standards established. (B) Measuring the performance of the employees. (C) If there are deviations, corrective action is called for. (D) Establishment of standards or targets against which the actual performance is measured. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Controlling and ________ are the inseparable twins of management.

The importance of controlling function of management includes: <ul> <li>(A) Improves employee motivation</li> <li>(B) Accomplishes organizational objectives</li> <li>(C) Facilitates coordination</li> <li>(D) Initiates action in the organisation</li> </ul> Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is the importance of controlling?

______ are referred to as inseparable twins of management.

Choose the correct order of controlling process. (A) Comparison of actual performance with standards (B) Setting performance standards & measurement of actual performancee (C) Taking corrective action (D) Analysing deviations Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Identify the advantage of Critical Point Control and Management by Exception.

Arrange the steps in Controlling Process in correct sequence: <ol> <li>(A) Analysing Deviations</li> <li>(B) Measurement of Actual Performance</li> <li>(C) Setting Performance Standards</li> <li>(D) Comparing actual performance with Standards</li> </ol> Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

It is often advised that, in a quest to control everything, it may often result in controlling nothing. Which concept of management is being referred to here?

"A footwear company has already measured its quantifiable and qualitative goals". Identify the step of the controlling process highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

What will be the correct sequence for the steps involved in the process of controlling? (A) Comparison of actual performance with standards (B) Setting performance standards (C) Analyzing deviations (D) Measurement of actual performance Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The two inseparable twins of management are:

"An attempt to control everything results in controlling nothing". This refers to:

Arrange the steps of the controlling process in a logical sequence. (A) Corrective action might involve training of employees if the production target could not be met. (B) Setting standards of performance (C) Performance of a worker in terms of units produced is measured against the standard output. (D) Critical point control and management by exception should be used in case of deviations. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following are inseparable twins of management functions?

_________ system keeps a careful check on the changes taking place in the organization and in the environment and helps to review and revise the standards in light of such changes.

The CEO of a firm is involved regularly in personal observation, statistical report making and trying to ensure that current activities conform to planned targets. Which function of management is he performing?

"Controlling should focus on Key Result Areas which are critical to the success of an organization" is suggested under which of the following concepts?

Arrange the following steps involved in controlling process in a proper sequence. (A) Measuring actual performance by personal observation or performance report (B) Analyze the deviation (C) Setting performance standards (D) Taking corrective action Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

__________ ensures judging the accuracy of the standards.

Controlling is important for the following reasons (A) Judging Accuracy of Standards (B) Ensuring creativity in the organisation (C) Facilitating Coordination in Action (D) Making Efficient Use of Resources Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Arrange the following steps of controlling process in a correct sequence. (A) Correcting the situation in accordance with the decision. (B) Projecting the future and determining the goals and standards of performance. (C) Measuring and comparing the work in terms of control standards. (D) Promptly investigating the causes of the deviation. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is a function that brings the management cycle back to the planning function?

Controlling improves future _______ by providing information derived from past experience.

Which of the following is not a limitation of Controlling?

Only a 5% increase in labour cost may be more troublesome than a 15% increase in postal charges.' Identify the concept pointed out in the direction.

Arrange the following in proper sequence. A. Critical Point control and management by exception B. Performance should be measured in an objective and reliable manner C. Standards are set in both Quantitative as well as Qualitative terms D. Reveal the deviation between actual and desired results E. Taking corrective action Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Match List I with List II | LIST I (Controlling Process) | LIST II (Related Concept) | |---|---| | A. Analysing deviations | I. It demands managerial attention | | B. Taking corrective action | II. It becomes easy when quantitative terms are used | | C. Comparison of standard with actuals | III. To determine acceptable range of deviations | | D. Setting performance standards | IV. Serves as benchmarks towards which an organization strives to work | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Which of the following is not related with "Critical point of control" concept? A. Control should focus on key result areas B. KRA's can never be set as critical points C. It is very easy and economical to keep a check on each and every activity of organiozation D. If anything goes wrong at the critical points the entire organization suffers E. In manufacturing organization, an increase of 5% in labour cost may be more troublesome than a 15% increase in postal charges Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Arrange the steps of the process of controlling in correct sequence. (A) Analysing deviations (B) Taking corrective actions (C) Setting performance standards (D) Measurement of actual performance (E) Comparison of actual performance with standards Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Which of the following statement is incorrect regarding techniques of controlling ?

Identify the function of management that brings back the management cycle back to the planning function.

________ helps to minimise dishonest behaviour on the part of the employees by keeping a close check on their activities.

Arrange the steps of Controlling process in a logical sequence. A. Measurement of Actual performance B. Setting performance standards C. Taking Corrective action D. Comparison of actual performance with standards E. Analysing deviations Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

_____ is the managerial function that monitors organisational performance towards the attainment of organisational goals

Controlling function of an organisation is _____

In a bulb manufacturing unit, the range of defective bulb is decided at 5%. Any deviation that goes beyond the permissible limit of defect is to be brought to the notice of supervisor. Identify the concept of one of the functions of management highlighted here.

Which of the following is not a limitation of controlling ?

Quantitative standards should be set so that it is easier to match the actual performance with the desired (planned) performance. Identify the function of management discussed above.

Match list I with list II | LIST I | LIST II | | --- | --- | | A. Setting performance standards | I. Management by Exception | | B. Analysing deviation | II. Sample checking | | C. Measurement of actual performance | III. Reveals the deviation | | D. Comparison of actual performance with standards | IV. Serves as benchmarks | Choose the correct answer from the option given below:

Which function of management refers to monitoring organisational performance towards the attainment of organisational goals ?

Identify the function of management that helps in judging the accuracy of standards.

Maya, the owner of the firm, sets production target for each day and month, in consultation with the Production Manager and supervisors. They decided that deviation between standard production and actual production up to 5% is acceptable. Deviations beyond this, should be reported. Identify the concept mentioned above.

Arrange the following steps of controlling in proper order. (a) Analysing deviation (b) Comparing actual performance with standards (c) Setting performance standards (d) Taking corrective action (e) Measurement of actual performance Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Match the items of List - I with the correct items of List - II. | List - I | List - II | | --- | --- | | (a) Personal Observation | (i) operations are planned in advance in the form of financial statement and actual results compared | | (b) Budgetary Control | (ii) Technique used to study relationship between cost, volume and profits | | (c) Break even Analysis | (iii) enables manager to collect first hand information | | (d) Statistical Reports | (iv) information presented in the form of chart, graph, table etc. | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Which one of the following is NOT a limitation of controlling ?

Match the List I with List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Setting performance standards | I. Performance should be messured in reliable manner | | B. Measurement of actual performance | II. Critical point control is used Analysing deviations | | C. Analysing deviation | III. Standards are the bench-marks against which actual performance is measured | | D. Taking corrective action | IV. When deviation goes beyond permissible limit |

Critical point control focuses on --

Identify the option which is not highlighting the importance of controlling

"Only Significant deviations which go beyond the permissible limit should be brought to the notice of management" Identify the technique being referred in analysing deviation.

A manger realised that inspite of best efforts put in by his workers, the target could not be achieved. 'Obsolete machinery' was the cause of deviation. Suggest from the following a corrective actions that could be appropriate to overcome the on going problem.

These two functions are inseparable twins of management. One function is considered as forward looking and another is known as backward looking. Identify the functions of management explained above:

In a factory, supervisor follows the technique of sample checking of the units produced. Which step in the process of controlling is being performed by him?

Arrange the following in the correct sequence with respect to controlling process. A. Analyzing deviation B. Taking corrective action C. Setting standards D. Comparing actual performance with standards E. Measurement of actual performance Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Mr. Sumit Sharma is the Product manager of a Garment manufacturing company. He was asked by the Senior manager Mr. Ram to prepare performance report of the employee as the production was decreasing. Which step of the controlling process, the senior manager Mr. Ram wanted Mr. Sumit to perform?

Controlling function of management is :

Which of the following statements are true about controlling? A. Controlling is forward looking function B. Controlling improves future planning C. Controlling is a pre-requisite for planning D. Controlling is prescriptive E. Controlling is required only at lower level Choose the correct answer from the options given below: