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810-440 · Question #25

Which are three characteristics of key performance indicators (KPIs)? (Choose three.)

The correct answer is C. KPIs measure progress against goals D. KPIs can be financial, managerial, or operationa E. KPIs define what needs to happen to achieve desired results within a timeframe. KPIs are crucial metrics that gauge an organization's performance, measuring progress toward specific objectives across various functional areas and defining actions for desired outcomes.

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Question

Which are three characteristics of key performance indicators (KPIs)? (Choose three.)

Options

  • AKPIs are set according to magnitude and urgency
  • BKPIs must be strategic and tactical in nature
  • CKPIs measure progress against goals
  • DKPIs can be financial, managerial, or operationa
  • EKPIs define what needs to happen to achieve desired results within a timeframe

How the community answered

(16 responses)
  • A
    6% (1)
  • B
    6% (1)
  • C
    88% (14)

Why each option

KPIs are crucial metrics that gauge an organization's performance, measuring progress toward specific objectives across various functional areas and defining actions for desired outcomes.

AKPIs are set according to magnitude and urgency

While urgency might influence which KPIs are prioritized, the core characteristic of a KPI is not primarily defined by magnitude and urgency.

BKPIs must be strategic and tactical in nature

KPIs are often strategic, but they do not must be tactical in nature; they can be operational as well, and this choice is less comprehensive than C, D, E.

CKPIs measure progress against goalsCorrect

KPIs are fundamentally designed to track and evaluate how well an organization or individual is progressing toward predefined goals or objectives.

DKPIs can be financial, managerial, or operationaCorrect

KPIs are versatile and can be applied across different aspects of an organization, encompassing financial performance, managerial effectiveness, and day-to-day operational efficiency.

EKPIs define what needs to happen to achieve desired results within a timeframeCorrect

Effective KPIs not only measure status but also clearly articulate the necessary steps or initiatives required to achieve target results within a specified period.

Concept tested: Characteristics of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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#Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)#Performance measurement#Business metrics

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