Once a manager has identified a problem, he or she can generate alternatives to that problem. after this is done, the manager a. determines the best alternative. b. implements the solution. c. weighs the pros and cons of each alternative. d. implements each solution and determines which had the best results. e. evaluates the decision he or she made.

The manager will weigh the pros and cons of each alternative before implementing the solution. The manager should look at each alternative and list the benefits and the negatives for each alternative. After reviewing the list of benefits and negatives for each alternative, the manager can eliminate the alternatives that possess too many negatives or cons. The alternatives with the most benefits should be considered more carefully. The manager should then implement the alternatives with the most benefits or pros on a trial basis. The alternative with the best results is the one that is deemed useful, permanent and beneficial to the company.

Z-gadgets has developed a mini-laptop that will be marketed in developing countries. it is estimated that the requirement for the new product will start out slow and accelerate as the product becomes increasingly familiar to worldwide consumers. to begin to staff the new production facilities, the company should conduct a(n):   demand forecast