Which term means observation of any changes that may take place?

• A. Assessing
• B. Forecasting
• C. Monitoring
• D. Scanning

Answer: (C)

Monitoring focuses on the ongoing observation of indicators to detect changes as they happen or may occur, so it’s the term that best fits “observation of any changes that may take place.” It’s a continuous activity: watch data, track performance, and notice deviations or new trends to trigger timely responses.

By contrast, forecasting is about predicting future states using models and data; scanning is a broader environmental search for signals without the continuous tracking emphasis; and assessing is evaluating current conditions or performance at a given point in time. So monitoring specifically captures the idea of watching for changes over time and acting on them.