In an organization, the effectiveness of Manager X and Manager Y is evaluated with weights: Planning 25 %, Organising 25 %, Staffing 20 %, Directing 15 %, Controlling 15 %. Manager X scores 70, 80, 85, 75, 90 while Manager Y scores 80, 70, 90, 80, 85. Who has the higher overall effectiveness percentage?

Step-by-step solution

1. Calculate Manager X’s weighted score: $(0.25\times 70)+(0.25\times 80)+(0.20\times 85)+(0.15\times 75)+(0.15\times 90)=17.5+20+17+11.25+13.5=79.25$
2. Calculate Manager Y’s weighted score: $(0.25\times 80)+(0.25\times 70)+(0.20\times 90)+(0.15\times 80)+(0.15\times 85)=20+17.5+18+12+12.75=80.25$
3. Since 80.25 % > 79.25 %, Manager Y has the higher overall effectiveness.

Concept tested: Comparative evaluation of managerial effectiveness

Published 16 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked