Question 1

The step in the decision making process in which managers analyze the underlying causal factors associated with the situation is called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The step in the decision making process...

Question 2

Good examples of ____ decisions are strategic decisions.

Accepted Answer

A)  nonprogrammed 
B)  programmed 
C)  insignificant 
D)  recurring 
E)  structured 
A)  nonprogrammed 
B)  programmed 
C)  insignificant 
D)  recurring 
E)  structured

Question 3

The ____ step in the decision making process involves using managerial, administrative, and persuasive abilities to translate the chosen alternative into action.

Accepted Answer

A)  recognition 
B)  analysis 
C)  evaluation 
D)  implementation 
E)  feedback 
A)  recognition 
B)  analysis 
C)  evaluation 
D)  implementation 
E)  feedback

Question 4

If your instructor has an attendance policy, she/he is using a

Accepted Answer

A)  programmed decision. 
B)  unique approach. 
C)  condition of ambiguity. 
D)  nonprogrammed decision. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  programmed decision. 
B)  unique approach. 
C)  condition of ambiguity. 
D)  nonprogrammed decision. 
E)  none of these.

Question 5

In many respects, the ____________________ model represents an "ideal" model decision-making and can't usually be attained by real people in real organizations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In many respects, the ____________________ model represents...

Question 6

The tendency of organizations to invest time and money in a solution despite strong evidence that is not appropriate is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  technological decisions. 
B)  collective intuition. 
C)  decision learning. 
D)  team delay. 
E)  escalating commitment. 
A)  technological decisions. 
B)  collective intuition. 
C)  decision learning. 
D)  team delay. 
E)  escalating commitment.

Question 7

Once the problem or opportunity has been recognized and analyzed, the decision-maker should implement the alternative.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The ____________________ model of decision making describes how managers actually make decisions in difficult situations, such as those characterized by nonprogrammed decision, uncertainty, and ambiguity.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ model of decision making describes...

Question 9

Nordstrom Department store's "No questions asked - Return's Policy" is an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  programmed decision. 
B)  nonprogrammed decision. 
C)  novel decision. 
D)  poor management. 
E)  unstructured decision. 
A)  programmed decision. 
B)  nonprogrammed decision. 
C)  novel decision. 
D)  poor management. 
E)  unstructured decision.

Question 10

____ decisions are associated with decision rules.

Accepted Answer

A)  Nonprogrammed 
B)  Unique 
C)  Programmed 
D)  Ill-structured 
E)  Novel 
A)  Nonprogrammed 
B)  Unique 
C)  Programmed 
D)  Ill-structured 
E)  Novel

Question 11

Managers might block or distort negative information because they don't want to be responsible for a bad decision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

____________________ is the process of identifying problems and opportunities and then resolving them.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the process of identifying problems...

Question 13

According to the administrative model of decision making, managers' searches for alternative are limited because of human, information, and resource constraints.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in chapter 8, which of the following is not an idea for applying evidence-based decision making?

Accepted Answer

A)  Demand evidence 
B)  Perform secondary research. 
C)  Do a post-mortem. 
D)  Balance decisiveness and humility 
E)  Practice the five whys. 
A)  Demand evidence 
B)  Perform secondary research. 
C)  Do a post-mortem. 
D)  Balance decisiveness and humility 
E)  Practice the five whys.

Question 15

The concept that people have the time and cognitive ability to process only a limited amount of information on which to base decisions is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  satisficing. 
B)  bounded rationality. 
C)  classical model of decision making. 
D)  normative approach. 
E)  scientific approach. 
A)  satisficing. 
B)  bounded rationality. 
C)  classical model of decision making. 
D)  normative approach. 
E)  scientific approach.

Question 16

The condition under which ambiguity occurs include

Accepted Answer

A)  alternatives are difficult to define. 
B)  objectives are well defined. 
C)  information about outcomes is readily available. 
D)  all the alternatives are known. 
E)  decisions are already made. 
A)  alternatives are difficult to define. 
B)  objectives are well defined. 
C)  information about outcomes is readily available. 
D)  all the alternatives are known. 
E)  decisions are already made.

Question 17

Which of the following is a choice made from available alternatives?

Accepted Answer

A)  Decision 
B)  Plan 
C)  Goal 
D)  Tactic 
E)  Strategy 
A)  Decision 
B)  Plan 
C)  Goal 
D)  Tactic 
E)  Strategy

Question 18

____ is the approach that defines how a decision maker should make decisions and provides guidelines for reaching an ideal outcome for the organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  Administrative 
B)  Descriptive 
C)  Normative 
D)  Bounded rationality 
E)  None of these 
A)  Administrative 
B)  Descriptive 
C)  Normative 
D)  Bounded rationality 
E)  None of these

Question 19

Most bad decisions are errors in judgment that originate in the human mind's limited capacity and in the natural biases of the manager.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

____________________ is the process of forming alliances among managers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the process of forming alliances...

The step in the decision making process in which managers analyze the underlying causal factors associated with the situation is called ____________________.

Good examples of ____ decisions are strategic decisions.

The ____ step in the decision making process involves using managerial, administrative, and persuasive abilities to translate the chosen alternative into action.

If your instructor has an attendance policy, she/he is using a

In many respects, the ____________________ model represents an "ideal" model decision-making and can't usually be attained by real people in real organizations.

The tendency of organizations to invest time and money in a solution despite strong evidence that is not appropriate is referred to as

Once the problem or opportunity has been recognized and analyzed, the decision-maker should implement the alternative.

The ____________________ model of decision making describes how managers actually make decisions in difficult situations, such as those characterized by nonprogrammed decision, uncertainty, and ambiguity.

Nordstrom Department store's "No questions asked - Return's Policy" is an example of a(n)

____ decisions are associated with decision rules.

Managers might block or distort negative information because they don't want to be responsible for a bad decision.

____________________ is the process of identifying problems and opportunities and then resolving them.

According to the administrative model of decision making, managers' searches for alternative are limited because of human, information, and resource constraints.

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in chapter 8, which of the following is not an idea for applying evidence-based decision making?

The concept that people have the time and cognitive ability to process only a limited amount of information on which to base decisions is known as

The condition under which ambiguity occurs include

Which of the following is a choice made from available alternatives?

____ is the approach that defines how a decision maker should make decisions and provides guidelines for reaching an ideal outcome for the organization.

Most bad decisions are errors in judgment that originate in the human mind's limited capacity and in the natural biases of the manager.

____________________ is the process of forming alliances among managers.

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Exam 8: Managerial Decision Making

The step in the decision making process in which managers analyze the underlying causal factors associated with the situation is called ____________________.

Good examples of ____ decisions are strategic decisions.

The ____ step in the decision making process involves using managerial, administrative, and persuasive abilities to translate the chosen alternative into action.

If your instructor has an attendance policy, she/he is using a

In many respects, the ____________________ model represents an "ideal" model decision-making and can't usually be attained by real people in real organizations.

The tendency of organizations to invest time and money in a solution despite strong evidence that is not appropriate is referred to as

Once the problem or opportunity has been recognized and analyzed, the decision-maker should implement the alternative.

The ____________________ model of decision making describes how managers actually make decisions in difficult situations, such as those characterized by nonprogrammed decision, uncertainty, and ambiguity.

Nordstrom Department store's "No questions asked - Return's Policy" is an example of a(n)

____ decisions are associated with decision rules.

Managers might block or distort negative information because they don't want to be responsible for a bad decision.

____________________ is the process of identifying problems and opportunities and then resolving them.

According to the administrative model of decision making, managers' searches for alternative are limited because of human, information, and resource constraints.

According to MANAGER'S SHOPTALK in chapter 8, which of the following is not an idea for applying evidence-based decision making?

The concept that people have the time and cognitive ability to process only a limited amount of information on which to base decisions is known as

The condition under which ambiguity occurs include

Which of the following is a choice made from available alternatives?

____ is the approach that defines how a decision maker should make decisions and provides guidelines for reaching an ideal outcome for the organization.

Most bad decisions are errors in judgment that originate in the human mind's limited capacity and in the natural biases of the manager.

____________________ is the process of forming alliances among managers.

Innovative Management for Turbulent Times

The Evolution of Management Thinking

The Environment and Corporate Culture

Managing in a Global Environment

Managing Ethics and Social Responsibility

Managerial Planning and Goal Setting

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

Designing Adaptive Organizations

Managing Change and Innovation

Managing Human Resources

Managing Diversity

Dynamics of Behavior in Organizations

Leadership

Motivating Employees

Managing Communication

Leading Teams

Managing Quality and Performance

Managing the Value Chain, Information Technology, and E-Business

Managing Small Business Start-Ups

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