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Which characteristic describes planning as a mental exercise?
a) Continuous process
b) Pervasive               
c) Futuristic
d) Intellectual process


What does the term "futuristic" imply in the context of planning?
a) Focused on past achievements
b) Concerned with the present only
c) Analyzing and predicting the future
d) Avoiding future challenges


What is the role of decision making in the planning process?
a) Avoiding choices
b) Postponing actions
c) Selecting the best alternative courses of action
d) Ignoring negative outcomes


What is one of the primary roles of planning in an organization?
a) Creating chaos
b) Providing direction
c) Increasing uncertainties
d) Ignoring goals


How does planning contribute to risk management?
a) By increasing uncertainties
b) By ignoring unforeseen events
c) By anticipating and preparing for uncertainties
d) By minimizing coordination


What does organizational and departmental planning aim to minimize?
a) Creativity         
b) Redundant activities
c) Employee roles      
d) Innovation