In the second step of the control process, actual performance can be considered acceptable as long as the performance doesn't fall _________.
A)inside of an acceptable range of variation
B)short of goals by more than 15 per cent
C)short of goals by more than 30 per cent
D)outside of an acceptable range of variation

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The second step of the control process involves comparing actual performance to the standard or goal. Actual performance can be considered acceptable as long as it falls within an acceptable range of variation. Therefore, the best choice is D, which states that actual performance is not acceptable if it falls outside of an acceptable range of variation. Choices B and C arbitrarily set percentages for shortfalls and are not necessarily accurate for all situations. Choice A refers to the acceptable range of variation and is not the opposite of what is being asked.

In the Second Step of the Control Process, Actual Performance