Decision-Making in Psychology Quiz
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What does the decision-making process produce?

  • A series of temporary choices without any action
  • A final choice, which may or may not prompt action (correct)
  • A set of conflicting choices
  • An immediate action without any choice

    • What is decision-making in psychology?

  • The process of making random choices without any reasoning
  • The cognitive process resulting in the selection of a belief or a course of action among several possible alternative options (correct)
  • The process of following explicit knowledge and beliefs to make a choice
  • The process of avoiding making any choices

    • How is decision-making often regarded in psychology?

  • As a problem-solving activity yielding a solution deemed to be optimal, or at least satisfactory (correct)
  • As a process devoid of any reasoning
  • As a process based solely on explicit knowledge
  • As a purely irrational and random process

    • What type of knowledge is often used to fill the gaps in complex decision-making processes?

    <p>Tacit knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is research about decision-making also published?

    <p>Under the label problem solving, particularly in European psychological research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is decision-making in psychology?

    <p>The cognitive process resulting in the selection of a belief or a course of action among several possible alternative options</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of knowledge is often used to fill the gaps in complex decision-making processes?

    <p>Tacit knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the decision-making process produce?

    <p>A final choice, which may or may not prompt action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is research about decision-making also published?

    <p>Problem solving, particularly in European psychological research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the decision-making process based on?

    <p>Assumptions of values, preferences, and beliefs of the decision-maker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Decision-Making in Psychology

    • Decision-making in psychology refers to the cognitive process of selecting a course of action from multiple options, often involving uncertainty and conflicting priorities.

    Characteristics of Decision-Making

    • Decision-making is often regarded as a rational, yet imperfect process, influenced by cognitive biases and emotions.

    Knowledge in Decision-Making

    • Heuristics, or mental shortcuts, are often used to fill the gaps in complex decision-making processes, providing a simplified and efficient way to make decisions.

    Decision-Making Outcomes

    • The decision-making process produces a chosen action or option from available alternatives.

    Decision-Making Research

    • Research about decision-making is published in various fields, including psychology, economics, and management, providing insights into the cognitive and social aspects of decision-making.

    Bases of Decision-Making

    • The decision-making process is based on a combination of cognitive, emotional, and social factors, including personal values, attitudes, and contextual influences.

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    Test your understanding of decision-making in psychology with this quiz. Explore rational and irrational decision-making processes and the factors that influence decision-makers.

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