Directions: Each of these questions has a statement based on the preceding passage. Evaluate each statement.Give answer:If the statement is a Major Objective in making the decision; one of the goals sought by the decision makerIf the statement is a Major Factor in making the decision; an aspect of the problem, specifically mentioned in the passage, which fundamentally affects and/or determines the decisionIf the statement is a Minor Factor in making the decision; a less important element bearing on or affecting a Major Factor, rather than a Major Objective directlyIf the statement is a Major Assumption in making the decision; a projection or supposition arrived at by the decision maker before considering the factor and alternative

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An accepted way of measuring time is essential for the smooth functioning of society.