Pat has to select the right paper clips to purchase for her office. She looks at the office supply catalog and picks the first one that is priced reasonably. Which method of making a decision does she use?
A) forecasting
B) optimizing
C) satisficing
D) maximizing
E) brainstorming

Question

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Pat is making a decision by selecting the first option that meets her criteria, rather than exhaustively evaluating all available options. This is called satisficing, which involves choosing an option that is satisfactory rather than the best possible option.

Pat Has to Select the Right Paper Clips to Purchase