Give four examples of routine decisions.
Routine decisions could include but are not limited to: choosing what time to get up in the morning, what to wear, what to have for breakfast, what time to leave for school, whether to walk to school or ride the bus
What is the biggest decision you think you will make in your lifetime? Explain why you think it would be such a big decision.
Student answers will vary.
Jen recently dyed her hair purple and has been spiking it in a mohawk, because she likes the style. Jen has made a _____ decision.
What is the relationship between decisions and trade-offs?
For every decision you make there is a trade-off, because you always have to give something up in exchange for another decision.
Jackie has determined some possible careers that would suit her include being a photographer, a graphic artist, a web designer, or a visual merchandiser. What is the next step Jackie should take in the decision-making process?
Which of the following personal decisions could have an effect on your job?
What happens when you do not make a decision?
When you don’t make a decision, you are making the choice to take no action. As a result, you must accept whatever happens or whatever others choose for you. You are also giving up control over your own life.
Why should you spend a large amount of time thinking about a big decision before you make it?
The bigger a decision is, the longer it is going to affect your life. You want to make sure you are making a decision that will positively affect your life. If you make a decision that turns out to be a bad one, you may have to regret it for a very long time.
List the seven steps in the decision-making process.
STEP 1 Define your wants and needs STEP 2 Analyze your resources STEP 3 Identify your choices STEP 4 Gather Information STEP 5 Evaluate your choices STEP 6 Make a decision STEP 7 Plan how to reach your goal
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