Systems Thinking Key Concepts

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Which of the following is a key characteristic that distinguishes a systems-thinking approach from a traditional analytical approach?

  • Seeking simple, reductionist explanations for complex phenomena.
  • Emphasizing linear cause-and-effect relationships.
  • Focusing on individual components rather than the system as a whole.
  • Considering feedback loops and interconnectedness within the system. (correct)

In the context of systems modeling, what is the primary purpose of a 'stock' (also known as a level variable)?

  • To accumulate or deplete resources over time. (correct)
  • To depict external influences affecting the model.
  • To represent the rate of change within the system.
  • To illustrate instantaneous reactions within the system.

Which of the following best illustrates a 'feedback loop' in a system?

  • A situation where the output of a system influences its own input. (correct)
  • A sequential series of independent events.
  • The system's response to an external shock.
  • A direct, one-way influence of one variable on another.

Considering a company's supply chain as a system, what could be an example of a 'delay' that might impact its overall performance?

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In the context of system dynamics modeling, what does the concept of 'bounded rationality' suggest about decision-making?

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