Question 1

Explain the RAPID technique of decision making.

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Question 2

Focus groups are one method of identifying problems and assessing programs.Focus groups:

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A)  Are a large, homogenous group of 25?30 participants 
B)  Require planning, recruiting, and a moderator 
C)  Are able to discuss multiple topics 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Are a large, homogenous group of 25?30 participants 
B)  Require planning, recruiting, and a moderator 
C)  Are able to discuss multiple topics 
D)  None of the above

Question 3

"Organizations could be viewed as having a collection of choice opportunities,solutions looking for problems,and participants looking for work".Which model best represents this statement?

Accepted Answer

A)  The rational model 
B)  The organizational model 
C)  The geopolitical model 
D)  The garbage can model 
A)  The rational model 
B)  The organizational model 
C)  The geopolitical model 
D)  The garbage can model

Question 4

Describe the implication of ethics in decision making in a public service setting.

Accepted Answer

Ethics play a crucial role in decision m

Question 5

In terms of ensuring quality in a decision:

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A)  We should engage only a few select individuals 
B)  We should engage a wide variety of individuals 
C)  We should only engage the primary decision maker 
D)  None of the above 
A)  We should engage only a few select individuals 
B)  We should engage a wide variety of individuals 
C)  We should only engage the primary decision maker 
D)  None of the above

Question 6

The people that will need to live with the new decisions should be involved in the decision making.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The modern rational choice models introduce the element of:

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A)  Self-interest 
B)  Public-interest 
C)  Private-public interest 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Self-interest 
B)  Public-interest 
C)  Private-public interest 
D)  None of the above

Question 8

Compare and contrast programmed decisions and non-programmed decisions.

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Question 9

Under the organizational model of decision-making:

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A)  Decision makers are not constrained by standard operating procedures 
B)  Decision makers are constrained to be somewhat predictable but create unpredictable outcomes 
C)  Decision makers are constrained by standard operating procedures that tend to make decision outcomes somewhat predictable 
D)  Decision makers are constrained to be somewhat predictable and create predictable outcomes 
A)  Decision makers are not constrained by standard operating procedures 
B)  Decision makers are constrained to be somewhat predictable but create unpredictable outcomes 
C)  Decision makers are constrained by standard operating procedures that tend to make decision outcomes somewhat predictable 
D)  Decision makers are constrained to be somewhat predictable and create predictable outcomes

Question 10

Which of the following is not a common element found in failed decisions?

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A)  Faulty decision practices 
B)  Misallocation of resources 
C)  Encouraging innovation 
D)  Premature commitments 
A)  Faulty decision practices 
B)  Misallocation of resources 
C)  Encouraging innovation 
D)  Premature commitments

Question 11

Which of the following is not a part of the focus group process?

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A)  Planning 
B)  Recruiting 
C)  Training 
D)  Moderating 
A)  Planning 
B)  Recruiting 
C)  Training 
D)  Moderating

Question 12

Which of the following is not a phase in the rational model of decision making?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pre-analysis phase 
B)  Analysis phase 
C)  Post-analysis phase 
D)  Design phase 
A)  Pre-analysis phase 
B)  Analysis phase 
C)  Post-analysis phase 
D)  Design phase

Question 13

Which of the following is not part of the RAPID model?

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A)  Recommend 
B)  Arrange 
C)  Input 
D)  Decide 
A)  Recommend 
B)  Arrange 
C)  Input 
D)  Decide

Question 14

The rational model approaches decision making:

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A)  With a complete regard for the holistic picture of human nature 
B)  With a complete disregard for the holistic picture of human nature 
C)  Neither regarding nor disregarding the holistic picture of human nature 
D)  None of the above 
A)  With a complete regard for the holistic picture of human nature 
B)  With a complete disregard for the holistic picture of human nature 
C)  Neither regarding nor disregarding the holistic picture of human nature 
D)  None of the above

Question 15

Describe the rational model of decision making.Discuss,providing relevant examples where appropriate.

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Question 16

Which of the following is one of the premises of political explanation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Important decisions are thought to stem from compromises made by a coalition 
B)  Decisions are formally ratified by more than one individual before execution 
C)  Decisions are suggested as options by many and then finally selected by one leader 
D)  Decisions are considered unilateral exercises 
A)  Important decisions are thought to stem from compromises made by a coalition 
B)  Decisions are formally ratified by more than one individual before execution 
C)  Decisions are suggested as options by many and then finally selected by one leader 
D)  Decisions are considered unilateral exercises

Question 17

Brainstorming is a method to:

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A)  Collect cohesive information from a large number of people 
B)  Collect focused ideas from a non-cohesive group 
C)  Collect a large number of ideas in a short period of time 
D)  Collect feedback on a previously implemented solution 
A)  Collect cohesive information from a large number of people 
B)  Collect focused ideas from a non-cohesive group 
C)  Collect a large number of ideas in a short period of time 
D)  Collect feedback on a previously implemented solution

Question 18

The "experienced blind spot" phenomenon affects only tenured managers facing an unexpected crisis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Decisions entail opportunity costs for paths not taken.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Strategic decisions do not involve:

Accepted Answer

A)  Gathering intelligence 
B)  Setting directions 
C)  A high degree of delegation 
D)  Uncovering alternatives 
A)  Gathering intelligence 
B)  Setting directions 
C)  A high degree of delegation 
D)  Uncovering alternatives

Explain the RAPID technique of decision making.

Focus groups are one method of identifying problems and assessing programs.Focus groups:

"Organizations could be viewed as having a collection of choice opportunities,solutions looking for problems,and participants looking for work".Which model best represents this statement?

Describe the implication of ethics in decision making in a public service setting.

In terms of ensuring quality in a decision:

The people that will need to live with the new decisions should be involved in the decision making.

The modern rational choice models introduce the element of:

Compare and contrast programmed decisions and non-programmed decisions.

Under the organizational model of decision-making:

Which of the following is not a common element found in failed decisions?

Which of the following is not a part of the focus group process?

Which of the following is not a phase in the rational model of decision making?

Which of the following is not part of the RAPID model?

The rational model approaches decision making:

Describe the rational model of decision making.Discuss,providing relevant examples where appropriate.

Which of the following is one of the premises of political explanation?

Brainstorming is a method to:

The "experienced blind spot" phenomenon affects only tenured managers facing an unexpected crisis.

Decisions entail opportunity costs for paths not taken.

Strategic decisions do not involve:

Organizational Behavior As a Way of Thinking

Knowing and Managing Yourself

Fostering Creativity and Innovation

Managing Stress

Motivation and Engagement

Leadership in Public Organizations

Power and Organizational Politics

Communicating Effectively With Others

Working in Groups and Teams

Managing Conflict

Organizational Change

Representing the Organization on the Outside

Managing Behavior in the Public Interest

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Exam 5: Decision Making

Explain the RAPID technique of decision making.

Focus groups are one method of identifying problems and assessing programs.Focus groups:

"Organizations could be viewed as having a collection of choice opportunities,solutions looking for problems,and participants looking for work".Which model best represents this statement?

Describe the implication of ethics in decision making in a public service setting.

In terms of ensuring quality in a decision:

The people that will need to live with the new decisions should be involved in the decision making.

The modern rational choice models introduce the element of:

Compare and contrast programmed decisions and non-programmed decisions.

Under the organizational model of decision-making:

Which of the following is not a common element found in failed decisions?

Which of the following is not a part of the focus group process?

Which of the following is not a phase in the rational model of decision making?

Which of the following is not part of the RAPID model?

The rational model approaches decision making:

Describe the rational model of decision making.Discuss,providing relevant examples where appropriate.

Which of the following is one of the premises of political explanation?

Brainstorming is a method to:

The "experienced blind spot" phenomenon affects only tenured managers facing an unexpected crisis.

Decisions entail opportunity costs for paths not taken.

Strategic decisions do not involve:

Organizational Behavior As a Way of Thinking

Knowing and Managing Yourself

Fostering Creativity and Innovation

Managing Stress

Motivation and Engagement

Leadership in Public Organizations

Power and Organizational Politics

Communicating Effectively With Others

Working in Groups and Teams

Managing Conflict

Organizational Change

Representing the Organization on the Outside

Managing Behavior in the Public Interest

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