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A department is facing budget cuts. As a program manager, you need to prioritize services. What factor should weigh most heavily in your decision?
Prioritization should always align with the department's core mandate and public interest, especially public safety, to minimize negative impact.
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Question: A department is facing budget cuts. As a program manager, you need to prioritize services. What factor should weigh most heavily in your decision?
Answer options: ✅ The impact of cuts on core mandate and public safety.
- The ease of cutting specific services without public outcry.
- The personal preferences of the departmental director.
- The age of the programs, cutting the oldest first.
Correct answer: The impact of cuts on core mandate and public safety.
Explanation: Prioritization should always align with the department's core mandate and public interest, especially public safety, to minimize negative impact.
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