Which of the following problems is MOST likely to require a nonprogrammed decision?
A) The copy machine is out of ink.
B) The telephones have been turned off because the bill has not been paid.
C) Two prospective new hire employees demonstrate similar qualities.
D) An employee has shown up to work intoxicated.

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Nonprogrammed decisions are typically required for unique, complex, and unstructured problems. Choosing between two prospective new hires with similar qualities is a unique decision that requires judgment and evaluation, unlike routine issues like running out of ink or paying a bill.

Which of the Following Problems Is MOST Likely to Require