Which of the Following Statement About Biases Is True

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement about biases is true?

• A) Biases can affect management accounting information, but not financial accounting information
• B) Managers cannot work toward eliminating their biases
• C) Biases reduce the quality of decisions
• D) Biased managers are more likely to explore alternatives before making a decision

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Definitions:

Prediction of Behavior

The process of forecasting future actions or responses of individuals or groups based on observed or theoretical patterns.

Specific Behavior

refers to a particular action or pattern of actions by an individual, distinguished by its clearly defined characteristics and context.

Systematically Related

Systematically related refers to elements that are connected or arranged in a methodical way according to a plan, system, or set of rules.

Quiet Environments

Locations or settings characterized by minimal noise, often used in research to control for auditory distractions.