D.E.C.I.D.E. Model

Decision making begins with ________.

• selecting alternatives

• defining a problem

• identifying decision criteria

• eliminating false alternatives

After purchasing new computers for her department, a manager is now comparing the performance of the new computers to the computers they replaced. Which stage of the decision-making process is she carrying out?

• Analysis of alternatives

• Selection of an alternative

• Implementation of an alternative

• Evaluation of decision effectiveness

Jake has a history test on Friday. On Thursday night Jake's friend asks him to go to the movies. Jake lists the positives and negative outcomes of each choice. Which step in the decision-making process is this?

• A. Evaluate the decision

• B. Describe the situation

• C. Consider the consequences

• D. Explore the options

Why is the last step (step 6-evaluate) important?

• A. It helps you to make your decision faster
• B. It helps you to think about your decision afterward to see if you would make that same decision again another time.
• C.  It helps you always make the perfect decision
• D.   It helps you make your decision based on what your friends do.

What is the second step in the decision-making model? 

• A. Describe the problem
• B. Evaluate
• C. Explore your options
• D. Identify your values

Jana finally decides which sport she is going to  sign up for in the Spring. What step is this in the decision-making model? 

• A. Step 2 - consider your options
• B. Step 3- Consider the consequences
• C. Step 4- Identify your values
• D. Step 5 - Decide and act

The decision-making model will help you to:  

• make perfect decisions
• make more responsible decisions
• help you to make impulsive decisions
• avoid responsible decisions

Values are:

• expensive things

• ideas that you got from the internet

• people, beliefs and ideals that are important to you (ie: family, friends, religion, trust)

• things my friends told me are cool

A decision that is made that aligns to your values is:

• well thought out

• made quickly

• always the easiest to make

• one that makes everyone happy

When making the decision, you should ALWAYS consider your...

• Values

• Decision

• Problem

• Mother