Decision-making and Commitment Quiz

Challenge yourself with questions on decision-making steps, biases, strategies, and models. Explore the intricacies of commitment and intuition.

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What is one of the primary steps in the decision-making process?

Implementation

Evaluation

Identification of alternatives

Commitment

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective decision-making?

Rationality

Emotional intelligence

Flexibility

Impulsiveness

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the decision-making process?

Identification of alternatives

Evaluation of outcomes

Selection of the worst alternative

Commitment

What is the primary goal of decision-making?

To make the fastest decision possible

To select the most convenient option

To choose the best course of action

To avoid all risks

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting decision-making in organizations?

Organizational culture

Group dynamics

Individual preferences

Technological advancements

In the decision-making process, what does 'commitment' refer to?

Choosing the best alternative

Taking action on the chosen alternative

Evaluating outcomes

Generating alternatives

Which of the following is a characteristic of high-quality decisions?

Based solely on intuition

Made quickly without considering alternatives

Considers short-term impact only

Involves careful evaluation of options

In the context of commitment, what does 'escalation of commitment' refer to?

Increasing investment in a decision despite negative outcomes

Dropping a decision entirely at the first sign of trouble

Solely relying on intuition for decision-making

Considering only short-term consequences

Which of the following is NOT a common decision-making bias?

Confirmation bias

Anchoring bias

Rational bias

Availability bias

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What is the difference between programmed and non-programmed decisions?

Programmed decisions are based on intuition, while non-programmed decisions are based on data.

Programmed decisions are routine and repetitive, while non-programmed decisions are unique and non-repetitive.

Programmed decisions involve group consensus, while non-programmed decisions are made individually.

Programmed decisions are made under time pressure, while non-programmed decisions are made with ample time.

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What is one of the strategies for improving decision-making skills?

Avoiding complexity

Relying solely on personal biases

Avoiding feedback from others

Seeking diverse perspectives

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What is one of the techniques used to reduce decision-making biases?

Seeking confirmation of one's initial beliefs

Relying solely on gut feelings

Encouraging groupthink

Using decision trees or matrices

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In the context of decision-making, what does the acronym VUCA stand for?

Vision, Understanding, Commitment, Adaptability

Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity

Variability, Understanding, Collaboration, Accountability

Vigilance, Urgency, Clarity, Action

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What is 'groupthink' and how does it influence decision-making?

Groupthink promotes diverse perspectives and enhances decision quality.

Groupthink occurs when group members prioritize consensus over critical thinking, leading to flawed decisions.

Groupthink encourages individual autonomy and independent decision-making.

Groupthink ensures that all alternatives are thoroughly evaluated before making a decision.

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What is the concept of 'cognitive dissonance' in decision-making?

The tendency to seek out information that confirms one's preconceptions

The discomfort experienced when beliefs or behaviors are inconsistent with each other

The tendency to rely on the first piece of information encountered

The overestimation of the likelihood of rare events