Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Business Studies

Chapter

Controlling

Question:

Which technique of controlling is used to determine the probable profit and losses at different levels of activity.

Options:

Statistical reports

Personal observations

Breakeven analysis

Budgetary control

Correct Answer:

Breakeven analysis

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (3) : Breakeven analysis

Breakeven Analysis :Breakeven analysis is a technique used by managers to study the relationship between costs, volume and profits. It determines the probable profit and losses at different levels of activity. The sales volume at which there is no profit, no loss is known as breakeven point. It is a useful technique for the managers as it helps in estimating profits at different levels of activities

Statistical Reports: Statistical analysis in the form of averages, percentages, ratios, correlation, etc., present useful information to the managers regarding performance of the organisation in various areas. Such information when presented in the form of charts, graphs, tables, etc., enables the managers to read them more easily and allow a comparison to be made with performance in previous periods and also with the benchmarks.

Budgetary Control: Budgetary control is atechnique of managerial control in which all operations are planned in advance in the form of budgets and actual results are compared with budgetary standards. This comparison reveals the necessary actions to be taken so that organisational objectives are accomplished