Question

Match the following:

(a) Strategy	(1) General guide to thinking and decision-making
(b) Policy	(2) Contigent plan to meet environmental pressures
(c) Procedure	(3) Chronological sequence of steps
(d) Programme	(4) Combination plan for goal achievement

• A. a-1; b-2; c-3; d-4
• B. a-2; b-1; c-3; d-4
• C. a-1; b-2; c-4; d-3
• D. a-3; b-2; c-4; d-1

Answer 1

The correct option is B a-2; b-1; c-3; d-4

Strategy, policy, procedure and programmes are the types of plans. A strategy is a comprehensive plan to achieve the organisational objectives. Policy is organisation's general response to a particular situation. Procedures are required steps established in advance to handle future conditions. Programmes are the combination of goals, policies, procedures and rules.