As the Manager in Charge,you Must Make a Decision About

question 156

Multiple Choice

As the manager in charge,you must make a decision about the appropriateness of discontinuing research on a new drug.This new drug would save lives,but it is uncertain whether the company can develop it within a reasonable time frame and at a reasonable cost.Your firm has already spent a small fortune on researching this drug. Your experience tells you that this project has merit.You decide to use ________ decision making and continue the project.

• A)compulsive
• B)satisficing
• C)intuitive
• D)rational

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Definitions:

Erik Erikson's Theory

A developmental theory that outlines eight stages of psychosocial development throughout the lifespan, from infancy to late adulthood.

Developmental Tasks

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