Making Effective Decisions — Quiz Answers

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What distinguishes a routine decision from a major life decision?

A
Routine decisions require more time because they occur every day.
B
Routine decisions focus on money, while major decisions focus on relationships.
C
Routine decisions involve lower stakes and less planning.
D
Routine decisions are made by adults, while major decisions are made by teenagers.
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What is the first step in the seven-step decision-making process?

A
identify your possible choices
B
gather information about your options
C
define your needs and wants
D
analyze your available resources
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Why is "plan to reach your goal" included as a step in the decision-making process rather than ending the process at "make your decision"?

A
The planning step exists only for career decisions, not for other types of choices.
B
Planning is needed only when the decision involves spending money.
C
Making a decision automatically creates a plan, so the step is just a reminder.
D
A decision without a follow-through plan is unlikely to produce the desired outcome.
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Which statement accurately describes impulse decisions?

A
They follow the same structured process as major life decisions, but happen faster.
B
They are always harmful and should be avoided at all costs.
C
They only occur when someone is under pressure from other people.
D
They are made quickly and carry more risk because outcomes have not been fully considered.
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How does the "gather information" step differ from the "evaluate your choices" step in the decision-making process?

A
Gathering information and evaluating are two names for the same activity in the process.
B
Gathering information involves collecting facts and data, while evaluating involves analyzing and comparing those facts.
C
Gathering information is done after making a decision, while evaluating is done before.
D
Gathering information focuses on personal values, while evaluating focuses on financial costs.

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