Management by objectives (MBO)is a management system in which specific performance goals are ________.
A)jointly determined by employees and their managers
B)delegated by top managers to lower level managers
C)developed in such a manner that the employees are self-directed and do not need supervision
D)delegated by supervisors to employees

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Management by objectives (MBO) involves setting specific performance goals that are jointly determined by employees and their managers. This collaborative approach helps to ensure that goals are realistic and achievable and also helps to build commitment and buy-in from employees. Delegating goals solely from top managers to lower level managers (B) or from supervisors to employees (D) does not involve the level of collaboration and joint determination that is characteristic of MBO. While employees may become more self-directed through the MBO process, this is not the primary goal and is not necessarily true in all cases (C).

Management by Objectives (MBO)is a Management System in Which Specific