Perception and Decision Making Quiz

10 Questions

What is the cognitive process by which an individual selects, organizes, and interprets stimuli into a meaningful and coherent picture?

Perceptual process

What does the statement 'People’s behavior is based on their perception of what reality is, not on reality itself' imply?

Individuals' behavior is shaped by their perception of reality

What is the role of perception in decision making?

It plays a significant role in decision making

What is the primary factor that influences the interpretation of stimuli in the perceptual process?

Individual's needs, values, and expectations

What does 'Paying selective attention (distortion)' refer to in the context of perception?

Focusing on specific stimuli while ignoring others

What aspect of perception is Oscar Wilde reflecting on in his quote about money?

The change in values as one ages

Which of the following best exemplifies 'Situation-person interaction' in the context of organizational perception?

A team member's reaction to a new project management tool

Which perceptual process involves understanding or making sense of information?

Interpret

In the context of perception, what does 'Organise' refer to?

Applying logic based on cues to structure information

What type of error in perception is likely to occur when an individual's decision making is influenced by their initial impression of a colleague?

Attribution Error

Study Notes

Perception and Decision Making

Perception is the cognitive process by which an individual selects, organizes, and interprets stimuli into a meaningful and coherent picture.
This interpretation is highly individualized and depends on each person's own needs, values, and expectations.
As Oscar Wilde said, "When I was young I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old I know that it is," highlighting how perception can change over time.

Perceptual Process

Select: Paying selective attention to certain stimuli (distortion)
Organise: Applying logic based on cues
Interpret: Understanding and making sense of the stimuli

Perceptual Errors and Biases

Attribution errors: errors in attributing causes to events or behaviors
Role of perception in decision making: perception influences decision making, and biases can lead to errors
Perceptual biases in decision making: biases can affect decision making, leading to errors

Applications of Perception in Organisations

People's behavior is based on their perception of reality, not on reality itself
Situation-person interaction: perception influences behavior in different situations
Example: New job, social perception errors, and self-fulfilling prophecies
Organisational effectiveness model: perception plays a crucial role in organisational effectiveness.