In Handling Uncertainty in Decision Modeling, What Does the Pessimistic

question 47

Multiple Choice

In handling uncertainty in decision modeling, what does the pessimistic approach do?

• A) It assumes the worst possible outcome of one alternative will occur and then avoids it.
• B) It assumes the worst possible outcome of some alternatives will occur and then selects the best of them.
• C) It assumes the worst possible outcome of each alternative will occur and then selects the worst of them.
• D) It assumes the worst possible outcome of each alternative will occur and then selects the best of them.

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Control Strategies

Techniques or methods implemented to manage, regulate, or influence a process, situation, or system effectively.

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The mental action or method of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Working Memory

A set of temporary memory stores that actively manipulate and rehearse information.

Retrieval Skills

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