How Do the Lessons of History Influence Decision Making

question 61

Multiple Choice

How do the lessons of history influence decision making?

• A) The lessons of history always lead to bad decisions.
• B) Decision makers carefully review history to discover the relevant lessons.
• C) Decision makers are influenced by certain events rather than by a broad understanding of history.
• D) History does not influence decision making.

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Definitions:

Psychologists

Professionals specialized in the study of the mind and behavior.

Accommodation

A cognitive process identified by Piaget, involving altering one's existing schemas or ideas as a result of new information or experiences.

Existing Schema

Describes the pre-existing cognitive framework or set of ideas that individuals use to organize and interpret information.

New Experiences

Encounters or situations that are novel or different from one's previous life events, contributing to personal growth.