Rationalization interferes with good decisions when the decision maker focuses more on weighing alternatives against previously defined criteria than on justifying an alternative.

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Rationalization typically involves justifying decisions after they are made, rather than focusing on weighing alternatives against criteria, which is part of a rational decision-making process. Rationalization can interfere with good decisions by biasing the decision-maker towards justifying a choice rather than objectively evaluating alternatives.

Rationalization Interferes with Good Decisions When the Decision Maker Focuses