Perceiving a Difference Between a Person's Ideal and Actual Situations

question 21

Multiple Choice

Perceiving a difference between a person's ideal and actual situations big enough to trigger a decision is called

• A)problem recognition.
• B)alternative evaluation.
• C)cognitive dissonance.
• D)routine response behavior.
• E)postpurchase behavior.

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Definitions:

Negative Mood

A state of feeling bad emotionally, such as being angry, sad, anxious, or irritable.

Rational Model

A decision-making model that assumes individuals will make choices that maximize benefits and minimize any costs.

Short-Cut

A quicker or more efficient route or method to achieve a particular end, often bypassing some of the usual steps.

Ill-Structured Decisions

Decisions that are complex and lack clear parameters, often requiring innovative and subjective approaches to problem-solving.