Information Is Said to Be Useful in Decision Making If

question 28

Essay

Information is said to be useful in decision making if it possesses three characteristics.
Required:
A. List the three characteristics of useful information.
B. Frequently, there is a conflict between two of the characteristics requested in part "A." Briefly explain what this conflict is.
C. What distinguishes relevant from irrelevant information?

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Definitions:

Conflict Perspective

A sociological approach that emphasizes the role of power and coercion in producing social order.

Unequal Access

The disparity in the ability to obtain resources or opportunities between different groups of people.

Medical Care

Refers to the services provided by health professionals to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments in people.

Sick Role

A concept in medical sociology that describes the patterns of behavior that a sick person adopts to minimize the disruptive impact of their illness on others.