Which one of the following is NOT an activity in the planning and control cycle?
A) Comparing actual to planned performance.
B) Raw materials are released to production far in advance of being needed to ensure no interruptions in work flows due to shortages of raw materials.
C) Formulating long and short-term plans.
D) Measuring performance.

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Releasing raw materials far in advance of being needed is not an activity in the planning and control cycle. This is a potential problem that could result in excess inventory or waste. The other options (comparing actual to planned performance, formulating plans, and measuring performance) are all key activities in the planning and control cycle.

Which One of the Following Is NOT an Activity in the Planning