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Which of the following lists the steps of the controlling process in the correct sequence?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Business Studies · Controlling
  1. A. Setting standards – Measuring performance – Comparing performance with standards – Taking corrective action
  2. B. Measuring performance – Setting standards – Comparing performance with standards – Taking corrective action
  3. C. Setting standards – Taking corrective action – Measuring performance – Comparing performance with standards
  4. D. Comparing performance with standards – Setting standards – Measuring performance – Taking corrective action
Answer
A. Setting standards – Measuring performance – Comparing performance with standards – Taking corrective action

The correct answer is A. Setting standards – Measuring performance – Comparing performance with standards – Taking corrective action — Option A presents the steps in the correct logical sequence, so it is the right choice.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the four recognised steps of controlling: setting standards, measuring performance, comparing with standards, and taking corrective action.
  2. Check each option to see if the steps appear in this exact order.
  3. Option A presents the steps in the correct logical sequence, so it is the right choice.
Common mistake: Confusing the order of measuring performance and setting standards

Concept tested: Steps in controlling process

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