Which of the Following Is an Accurate Description of Satisficing

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate description of satisficing?

• A) Viewing problems from a fresh perspective to come up with creative alternative solutions to specific problems
• B) Generating creative alternatives to solve problems and taking advantage of opportunities by abandoning existing mind-sets
• C) Conducting a retrospective analysis to see what can be learned from past successes or failures
• D) Searching for and choosing acceptable or satisfactory ways to respond to problems and opportunities rather than trying to make the optimal decision
• E) Seeking and using information that is consistent with prior beliefs and ignoring information that contradicts those beliefs

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Definitions:

Reformulated Learned Helplessness

A theory suggesting that individuals learn they have no control over unpleasant or harmful situations, which leads to passive and depressive responses, revised to include the role of cognitive factors.

Universal Helplessness

A theory suggesting a belief in being unable to control or influence outcomes in most or all areas of life, leading to a state of passive resignation.

Specific Attributions

The process of assigning a cause to a particular behavior or event, focusing on factors unique to that specific situation.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency for observers to underestimate situational influences and overestimate dispositional characteristics when explaining others' behaviors.