Before manager Sonequa can begin the MBO process with her associates, what step needs to be taken?

a$.$

She needs to evaluate the performance of each of her associates.

b$.$

She needs to think about what goals she wants her associates to achieve.

c$.$

She should talk with her associates about what resources they will need to achieve their goals.

d$.$

Her superiors, who make up top management, need to give annual goals to her.

e$.$

Her associates need to decide for themselves what goals they want to achieve.