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Give the meaning of 'Method' as a type of Plan. (1 Mark) subhash dey bst class 12
Universality (Management is universal). Q2. Effectiveness is doing the right task (Goal achievement), Efficiency is doing the task correctly (Low cost/waste minimization). Q3. (b) Scalar Chain . Q4. Planning requires logical thinking, foresight, and imagination; it is not a physical process but a mental one. Q5. Method refers to a standardized way or manner of performing a task to achieve a specific objective (e.g., methods of valuation of stock). Q6. Formal Organization (or Tall Structure). Q7. 1. Qualified personnel available. 2. Fresh talent/new ideas infused into the organization. 3. Wider choice for selection. Q8. Training: Focuses on technical/operational skills, job-oriented, short-term. Development: Focuses on conceptual/managerial skills, career-oriented, long-term. Q9. Yes. Directing initiates action, ensures efficiency, and is required at every level (Top, Middle, Lower) to guide subordinates. Q10. 1. Accomplishing organizational goals. 2. Judging accuracy of standards. 3. Making efficient use of resources. 4. Employee motivation. Q11. Features: 1. Totality of external forces. 2. Specific and General forces. 3. Inter-relatedness. 4. Dynamic nature. 5. Uncertainty. Q12. 1. Provides direction. 2. Reduces risk of uncertainty. 3. Promotes innovative ideas. 4. Facilitates decision making. 5. Establishes standards for controlling. Q13. Decentralisation: Delegation of authority to all levels of management. Importance: 1. Quick decision making. 2. Relief to top management. 3. Development of managerial talent. 4. Better control. Q14. 1. Helps in discovering competent personnel. 2. Ensures higher performance. 3. Ensures continuous survival and growth. 4. Optimum utilization of human resources. Q15. Process: 1. Sender (Encoding) -> Message -> Medium -> Receiver (Decoding) -> Feedback. (Explain each step). Q16. To maximize shareholders' wealth (market value of equity shares). Q17. The proportion of debt in the total capital structure; it shows the relationship between EBIT and EPS. Q18. (c) Retained Earnings . Q19. The act of designing and producing the container or wrapper for a product. Q20. Marketing Research, Product Designing, Pricing, Promotion, Distribution. Q21. Bases: 1. Duration (Short vs Long term). 2. Instruments (Treasury bills vs Shares). 3. Risk (Low vs High). Q22. 1. Stability of earnings. 2. Cash flow position. 3. Growth opportunities. 4. Taxation policy. 5. Shareholder preferences. Q23. Marketing Mix: Set of controllable marketing variables. Elements (4 Ps): Product, Price, Place (Distribution), Promotion. Q24. 1. Cash flow position. 2. Interest coverage ratio. 3. Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR). 4. Return on Investment (ROI). 5. Cost of Equity. 6. Stock market conditions. Q25. Consumer Protection: Protecting consumers from unfair trade practices. Importance: 1. Consumer awareness. 2. Avoidance of exploitation. 3. Right to be informed/heard. Q26. Financial Planning: Process of estimating capital requirements. Objectives: Ensure availability of funds, see that unnecessary funds are not raised. Importance: Preparation for future, avoidance of business shocks, coordination. : One of the book's strongest points is