Question

In the controlling process, comparing actual performance with predetermined standards is known as

• A. Measurement of Performance
• B. Taking Corrective Action
• C. Analysis of Deviations
• D. Setting Standards

Hint:

Controlling is effective only when deviations are identified and corrective actions are taken promptly.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Controlling is the process of ensuring that actual performance conforms to planned performance.

Step 1: Recall the steps in controlling.
• Setting Performance Standards
• Measurement of Actual Performance
• Comparison of Actual Performance with Standards
• Analysis of Deviations
• Taking Corrective Action

Step 2: Understand comparison and deviation analysis. After actual performance is measured, it is compared with standards. The difference between the two is called deviation. Managers then analyze the causes and extent of these deviations.

Step 3: Identify the correct answer. The process associated with comparing actual performance and identifying differences is analysis of deviations. \[ \boxed{\text{Analysis of Deviations}} \] \[ \boxed{\text{Answer = (C)}} \]