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Which of the following correctly lists the five basic functions of management as described in the Principles of Management chapter?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Business Studies · Principles of Management
  1. Planning, Organising, Staffing, Directing, Controlling
  2. Planning, Leading, Controlling, Coordinating, Reporting
  3. Organising, Staffing, Directing, Motivating, Evaluating
  4. Planning, Organising, Directing, Controlling, Coordinating
Answer
Planning, Organising, Staffing, Directing, Controlling

The correct answer is Planning, Organising, Staffing, Directing, Controlling — Select option (a) as the correct answer.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Recall the five basic functions of management from the chapter.
  2. Compare each option with the recalled list.
  3. Option (a) matches the list exactly; the other options contain incorrect or extra functions.
  4. Select option (a) as the correct answer.
Common mistake: Confusing 'Coordinating' with 'Staffing' as a basic function

Concept tested: Basic functions of management

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