Age 18 to 20 Lesson 2.3 Quiz

What is “shortcut thinking” in the Automatic Decision-Making System? *

A deliberate process of analyzing all available information

A method of simplifying decisions by using patterns and past experiences

Ignoring past experiences to avoid biases in decision-making

Randomly selecting options without evaluating outcomes

Which of the following types of concepts most influence decision-making measurement standards? *

Ideals, assumptions, and stereotypes

Emotions, goals, and instincts

Rules, beliefs, and sensory perceptions

Habits, desires, and fears

How do past experiences influence future decision-making through concepts? *

By being ignored to focus on novel situations

By being encoded into mental shortcuts that guide future decisions

By eliminating the need for deliberate thought in all situations

By overriding logical reasoning entirely

Which of the following is an example of “shortcut thinking” in decision-making? *

Comparing detailed reviews before purchasing a product

Automatically choosing a favorite brand of coffee at the store

Spending hours evaluating different routes for a commute

Creating a decision matrix for every small decision

Why is it important to be aware of how concepts shape decision-making? *

To eliminate all decision-making shortcuts

To ensure concepts replace deliberate thought entirely

To understand how they influence choices and potential biases

To reduce decision-making complexity by ignoring them

What is a key risk of using outdated concepts in decision-making? *

Increased creativity and innovation

Improved efficiency due to reliance on familiar methods

Reduced cognitive load in group discussions

The inability to adapt decisions to new contexts or information

How does self-awareness contribute to better decision-making? *

By identifying when concepts are outdated and require reevaluation

By reducing the need to question long-standing beliefs

By avoiding new information that challenges established patterns

By ensuring only emotional responses guide decisions

What is a key step in assessing whether a concept is still relevant? *

Avoiding further questioning to save mental energy

Assuming the concept is valid if it worked in the past

Asking whether the concept matches the current context and outcomes

Comparing the concept to unrelated experiences

Which item on a checklist might indicate reliance on past assumptions? *

“The decision is based on updated, verified information.”

“The decision is driven by a previous solution without current analysis.”

“The decision was made after careful evaluation of all available options.”

“The decision includes input from diverse perspectives.”

What should be included in a reflection journal to document improved decision-making? *

Detailed observations of how an updated concept led to a better outcome

A list of all past decisions made without analysis

Assumptions about why a decision worked without evidence

Descriptions of why the previous concept should not have been questioned

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