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A basic assumption of the bounded rationality model of decision making

31. The ____ model of decision making helps explain why different individuals may make different decisions when they have exactly the same information.
a.
rational
b.
bounded rationality
c.
both of these
d.
neither of these

 ANS:  B                     

   32.   A basic assumption of the bounded rationality model of decision making is ____.
a.
decision alternatives can be completely evaluated in terms of their potential value
b.
decision alternatives can be objectively rank ordered in terms of appropriateness
c.
preferences for alternatives seldom change as new information is acquired
d.
people do not evaluate all possible decision alternatives
 
ANS:  D                         

   33.   The ____ model recognizes the fact that complete information concerning available alternatives or the outcome of some course of action may be impossible for an individual to obtain.
a.
rational
b.
evidence-based
c.
bounded rationality
d.
conservative

 ANS:  C                  

   34.   The concept of "satisficing" is basic to the ____ model of decision making.
a.
political
b.
evidence-based
c.
bounded rationality
d.
rational

 ANS:  C                   

   35.   The concept of "satisficing" refers to ____.
a.
engaging in an extensive search for alternative solutions
b.
selecting less than the best goal or alternative solution
c.
having inadequate control of forces influences the outcomes of decisions
d.
having inadequate information available to make a decision

 ANS:    B