Question

An important aspect of control is that the

• A. Manager motivated his subordinates to give better performance
• B. Manager sets an effective management information system
• C. Plans are checked before implementation against predetermined measures of performance
• D. Performance is checked against predetermined standards.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Performance is checked against predetermined standards.

A good control system enables management to verify whether the standards set are accurate and objective. An efficient control system keeps a careful check on the changes taking place in the organisation and in the environment and helps to review and revise the standards in light of such changes. The performance of workers are judged according to predetermined standards.