Eric Needed a New Refrigerator

question 139

Multiple Choice

Eric needed a new refrigerator. Before making a purchase, he did his research and found out what the pricing was at three different stores for the fridge he wanted to buy. Eric is operating under what type of decision-making condition?

• A) risk
• B) uncertainty
• C) certainty
• D) timely
• E) nonprogrammed

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Definitions:

Originated

Refers to the point or place where something begins or is created.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method involving the systematic recording of behaviors and interactions while being directly involved in the subject's environment.

Content Analysis

The analysis of meanings in cultural artifacts such as books, songs, and other forms of cultural communication.

Unobtrusive Observation

A research method in sociology where the observer does not interact with the subjects, minimizing the observer's influence on the behavior being studied.