Image based MCQS: chapter 4 Class 12

Planning

Analyze the diagrams to answer the 20 questions below.

1. The diagram shows Planning as the base/first step, supporting all other managerial functions. Which feature is highlighted?

Primary function of management Pervasive function Continuous process Futuristic

2. This manager is looking through a telescope at a target dated for next year. Which feature of planning does this represent?

Planning is continuous Planning involves decision making Planning is an intellectual process Planning is futuristic (looking ahead)

3. The diagram shows planning activities happening at Top, Middle, and Lower levels of management. This indicates that planning is:

A mental exercise Pervasive Time-consuming Goal-oriented

4. The cycle moves endlessly from Plan 1 to Plan 2 to Plan 3. Which characteristic of planning is depicted?

Primary function Decision making Continuous Rigidity

5. Planning is represented by gears inside a human brain. What does this signify?

Mental exercise Physical labor Reduces creativity Controlling process

6. An umbrella of 'Planning' protects the business from unpredictable rain (future shocks). Which importance of planning is this?

Provides direction Reduces the risks of uncertainty Promotes innovative ideas Establishes standards

7. A ruler measures the gap between the "Planned Output" and the "Actual Output". Which importance of planning is demonstrated?

Facilitates decision making Reduces overlapping activities Establishes standards for controlling Promotes innovation

8. A heavy padlock is placed on a drawn-up plan, meaning managers cannot change it even if the market changes. Which limitation is this?

Planning leads to rigidity Huge costs Time consuming Reduces creativity

9. A giant clock dominates the manager's desk while making a plan, leaving no time for actual execution. Which limitation is this?

Delayed!

Does not guarantee success Planning is a time-consuming process May not work in a dynamic environment Leads to rigidity

10. The manager thinks: "Assuming inflation stays at 5% and taxes don't rise..." Which step of the planning process is this?

Setting Objectives Evaluating alternatives Developing Premises Follow up action

11. A signpost shows three different paths to reach the same goal. Which step of the planning process is this?

Identifying alternative courses of action Setting Objectives Selecting an alternative Follow up action

12. A weighing scale is comparing the Pros and Cons of Plan A vs Plan B. Which step is this?

Developing premises Implementing the plan Identifying alternatives Evaluating alternative courses

13. A plan document is marked "Valid for 1 Year Only - Do Not Reuse". What type of plan is this?

Standing Plan Single-use Plan Policy Rule

14. A thick manual titled "Standard Operating Guidelines" used repeatedly over years. What type of plan is this?

Standing Plan Single-use Plan Budget Programme

15. A bullseye target with "Increase Sales by 20% by Dec 2024" written on it. Which type of plan is this?

Procedure Rule Method Objective

16. A chess knight piece representing a comprehensive plan designed to counter competitors' moves in the market. This represents a:

Policy Strategy Procedure Budget

17. A company sign says "We Only Hire Through Campus Placements." This general guideline that channels managerial decision-making is a:

Policy Rule Method Programme

18. The diagram shows exact chronological steps: Step 1 -> Step 2 -> Step 3 to execute a routine activity (e.g., handling an order). This is a:

Objective Strategy Procedure Budget

19. A strict "NO SMOKING ON FACTORY FLOOR" sign. Disobedience leads to a penalty. This reflects a:

Policy Rule Method Procedure

20. A pie chart showing projected Income and Expenses quantified in numerical terms for the upcoming year. This is a:

Objective Rule Programme Budget