#💡 #🟠 # rational decision making ![[calendar-plus.svg]] <small>Jul 05, 2022</small> | ![[calendar-clock.svg]] <small>Jan 03, 2023</small> 🏷️ [[decision making]] Rational decision making is a logical, multi-step process from problem to solution. 1. Identify the problem 2. Gather information 3. Develop options 4. List pros and cons 5. Make decision 6. Take action 7. Learn and reflect Assumptions: - Decision maker has all necessary information about the outcomes of the decision - Decision maker has ability and time to weigh each option - Existence of one best outcome - Decision maker capable of being completely rational Strengths: - Simple solution Weaknesses: - Most people don't have all the information possible - Decision maker doesn't usually have time to fully explore each option and potential outcome - No way to deal with problem changing during decision making process Best use: - Purchasing product - International diplomacy ([note on p.2](zotero://open-pdf/library/items/FQ672TGH?page=2)) ## Sources [[Decision Making Methods -Doss & Horsman 2013]]