What Is the First Step in Rational Decision Making

question 37

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in rational decision making?

• A) understanding who will make the decision
• B) recognizing that a decision is necessary
• C) identifying alternatives to the problem
• D) choosing an alternative
• E) implementing the alternative

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Definitions:

Company Policies

Established guidelines and rules within an organization that regulate employee behavior and set expectations for operational procedures.

Conceptual Information

Pertains to ideas and theory rather than physical or concrete details.

Professional Norms

The accepted standards and behaviors that are considered appropriate and ethical within a specific profession or industry.

Deadline Pressure

The stress or urgency to complete tasks or projects within a specified timeframe, often leading to increased workload and anxiety.