Understanding Business
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ISBN: 9780078023163
Author: William G Nickels, James McHugh, Susan McHugh
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 7.3, Problem 7.3AQ
Summary Introduction
To determine: The contingency plans at work.
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Contingency plan refers to the alternative plans, available to be followed when primary plan is not enough to achieve organizational plans. Every organization has contingency plans available for the adverse situation.
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Understanding Business
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