When evaluating alternatives, the purpose is to choose the course of action that will provide:
A) The greatest number of wanted consequences.
B) The greatest number of unwanted consequences.
C) Both a and b.
D) Neither a or b.

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The purpose of evaluating alternatives is to choose the course of action that will provide the greatest number of wanted consequences, such as benefits, advantages or positive outcomes. Choosing an alternative that results in a greater number of unwanted consequences, such as drawbacks, disadvantages or negative outcomes, would not be the goal of the decision-making process.

When Evaluating Alternatives, the Purpose Is to Choose the Course