Question 1

An individual's decision making is influenced by how they ______ information and ______ alternatives.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An individual's decision making is influenced by...

Question 2

The ______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Accepted Answer

A)  Delphi 
B)  Greco 
C)  Nominal 
D)  Rational 
E)  Anchoring 
A)  Delphi 
B)  Greco 
C)  Nominal 
D)  Rational 
E)  Anchoring

Question 3

Identify the six basic steps in the decision making process. Demonstrate how each of the steps might be applied to the decision to buy a new or used car by describing what actions you should take for each step.

Accepted Answer

The six basic steps in the decision maki

Question 4

A cognitive bias is a physical shortcut involving complex ways of thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When time is an important consideration, the manager may elect to use the group for advice only.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

__________decisions are boundedly rational decisions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________decisions are boundedly rational decisions....

Question 7

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are:

Accepted Answer

A)  rare 
B)  common 
C)  always unreliable 
D)  always irrational 
E)  always rational 
A)  rare 
B)  common 
C)  always unreliable 
D)  always irrational 
E)  always rational

Question 8

Although group decision making can produce positive outcomes, the social nature of group decisions sometimes leads to _______results.

Accepted Answer

A)  mixed 
B)  positive 
C)  undesired 
D)  unreliable 
E)  none of the above 
A)  mixed 
B)  positive 
C)  undesired 
D)  unreliable 
E)  none of the above

Question 9

An associate who relies on _______ gathered directly by the five senses is said to use a sensing style.

Accepted Answer

A)  intuitions 
B)  facts 
C)  emotions 
D)  perceptions 
E)  cognitions 
A)  intuitions 
B)  facts 
C)  emotions 
D)  perceptions 
E)  cognitions

Question 10

Decisions are:

Accepted Answer

A)  motivators 
B)  cognitive factors 
C)  perceptive factors 
D)  mediums 
E)  choices 
A)  motivators 
B)  cognitive factors 
C)  perceptive factors 
D)  mediums 
E)  choices

Question 11

The common information bias leads groups to unconsciously neglect information held by one or a few group members while focusing on more commonly held information in the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

__________ relies on a critique of a recommended action and its underlying assumptions and recommended action in order to encourage debate.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ relies on a critique of a...

Question 13

Decision making relies on both perception and judgment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Brainstorming is:

Accepted Answer

A)  a technique to alleviate groupthink 
B)  rarely used 
C)  an unreliable method 
D)  a complex technique 
E)  none of the above 
A)  a technique to alleviate groupthink 
B)  rarely used 
C)  an unreliable method 
D)  a complex technique 
E)  none of the above

Question 15

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate decision making by asking seven diagnostic questions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The _____technique is a process for group decision making in which discussion is structured and the final solution is decided by silent vote.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _____technique is a process for group...

Question 17

The _______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _______technique is a highly structured decision...

Question 18

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate participation by asking _____questions.

Accepted Answer

A)  two 
B)  three 
C)  four 
D)  six 
E)  seven 
A)  two 
B)  three 
C)  four 
D)  six 
E)  seven

Question 19

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are common.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Individuals in charge of businesses make very important ______everyday.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Individuals in charge of businesses make very...

An individual's decision making is influenced by how they information and alternatives.

The ______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Identify the six basic steps in the decision making process. Demonstrate how each of the steps might be applied to the decision to buy a new or used car by describing what actions you should take for each step.

A cognitive bias is a physical shortcut involving complex ways of thinking.

When time is an important consideration, the manager may elect to use the group for advice only.

__________decisions are boundedly rational decisions.

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are:

Although group decision making can produce positive outcomes, the social nature of group decisions sometimes leads to _______results.

An associate who relies on _______ gathered directly by the five senses is said to use a sensing style.

Decisions are:

The common information bias leads groups to unconsciously neglect information held by one or a few group members while focusing on more commonly held information in the group.

__________ relies on a critique of a recommended action and its underlying assumptions and recommended action in order to encourage debate.

Decision making relies on both perception and judgment.

Brainstorming is:

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate decision making by asking seven diagnostic questions.

The _____technique is a process for group decision making in which discussion is structured and the final solution is decided by silent vote.

The _______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate participation by asking _____questions.

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are common.

Individuals in charge of businesses make very important ______everyday.

A Strategic Approach to Organizational Behavior

Organizational Diversity

Organizational Behavior in a Global Context

Learning and Perception

Personality, Intelligence, Attitudes, and Emotions

Work Motivation

Stress and Well-Being

Leadership

Communication

Groups and Teams

Conflict, Negotiation, Power, and Politics

Organizational Structure and Culture

Organizational Change and Development

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Exam 10: Decision Making by Individuals and Groups

An individual's decision making is influenced by how they ______ information and ______ alternatives.

The ______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Identify the six basic steps in the decision making process. Demonstrate how each of the steps might be applied to the decision to buy a new or used car by describing what actions you should take for each step.

A cognitive bias is a physical shortcut involving complex ways of thinking.

When time is an important consideration, the manager may elect to use the group for advice only.

__________decisions are boundedly rational decisions.

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are:

Although group decision making can produce positive outcomes, the social nature of group decisions sometimes leads to _______results.

An associate who relies on _______ gathered directly by the five senses is said to use a sensing style.

Decisions are:

The common information bias leads groups to unconsciously neglect information held by one or a few group members while focusing on more commonly held information in the group.

__________ relies on a critique of a recommended action and its underlying assumptions and recommended action in order to encourage debate.

Decision making relies on both perception and judgment.

Brainstorming is:

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate decision making by asking seven diagnostic questions.

The _____technique is a process for group decision making in which discussion is structured and the final solution is decided by silent vote.

The _______technique is a highly structured decision making process in which participants are surveyed regarding their opinions or best judgments.

Vroom and Yetton suggest that managers can determine the best strategy for associate participation by asking _____questions.

Satisfactory rather than optimal decisions are common.

Individuals in charge of businesses make very important ______everyday.

A Strategic Approach to Organizational Behavior

Organizational Diversity

Organizational Behavior in a Global Context

Learning and Perception

Personality, Intelligence, Attitudes, and Emotions

Work Motivation

Stress and Well-Being

Leadership

Communication

Groups and Teams

Conflict, Negotiation, Power, and Politics

Organizational Structure and Culture

Organizational Change and Development

Filters

An individual's decision making is influenced by how they information and alternatives.