Decision-Making

Process of selecting a course of action from multiple alternatives.

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives. It involves identifying the problem, gathering relevant information, evaluating options, and making a choice based on available data and personal judgment.

Etymology

Decision-making is derived from the combination of 'decision,' meaning the act of choosing, and 'making,' indicating the process of creation or construction.

Explain Like I’m 5

Decision-making is how we pick what to do when we have choices, like choosing between ice cream flavors or deciding which route to take to school.

Fun Facts

Ancient Greeks used a process called 'Deliberation' to make important decisions
Some animals, like bees, use complex decision-making processes for tasks such as foraging
Neuroscience research shows that our brains often make decisions before we're even aware of them

FAQ

What is decision-making? It's the process of choosing between different options
Why do we make decisions? We make decisions to achieve goals or solve problems
How can we improve decision-making? Practicing, gathering information, and considering different perspectives can help

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Cognitive Process Problem Solving

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Intuition Rational Decision-Making Group Decision-Making

Meronyms — Parts or Components

Information Gathering Evaluation Choice

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