An "Optimally Imperfect" Decision Is One That

question 103

Multiple Choice

An "optimally imperfect" decision is one that

• A)is vaguely right instead of precisely wrong.
• B)recognizes that the decision could always be better if given more time.
• C)recognizes that the cost of additional information probably exceeds the potential gain from making a better decision.
• D)recognizes that any decision is imperfect because humans have limited intellectual capacities.

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Definitions:

Religious Orthodoxy

Adherence to accepted norms and beliefs in a religion, often emphasizing traditional doctrine and practices.

Psychological Hardiness

A personality trait characterized by resilience and the ability to endure stressful circumstances, often considered a buffer against stress-related illness.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality or facts.

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