Nigel, a Manager at Montlucon Eyewear, Needed to Purchase a New

question 16

Multiple Choice

Nigel, a manager at Montlucon Eyewear, needed to purchase a new secure display case for his most expensive sunglasses. He wanted one that was high in quality and security, yet low in price. The case he chose was neither the highest quality available, nor the lowest in price available, yet it had a good combination of attributes. Nigel's choice illustrates

• A) Maximizing.
• B) Satisficing.
• C) Optimizing.
• D) Minimizing.
• E) Programming.

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