Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Flashcards
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A bank teller notices a long queue forming and only two of four windows are open. The optimal first step is to:
Answer: Alert a supervisor so additional staff can open more windows
Alerting a supervisor to deploy additional staff addresses the root cause of the bottleneck without compromising service quality or security.
When evaluating two solutions to a workplace problem, the MOST important criterion is:
Answer: Whether each solution actually resolves the root cause
Solutions that address the root cause prevent recurrence, whereas quick or popular fixes may only address symptoms.
A customer complains that their account statement contains an error. Before escalating, you should first:
Answer: Review the account transaction history to verify whether an error exists
Verifying the facts before acting prevents unnecessary credits or escalations and ensures an accurate resolution.
Which of the following best describes 'satisficing' in decision-making?
Answer: Choosing the first option that meets a minimum acceptable threshold
Satisficing means choosing a 'good enough' solution that meets minimum criteria rather than exhaustively searching for the optimal one.
During a team brainstorming session, one member dominates with criticism. The best response is to:
Answer: Remind the group that evaluation comes after idea generation
Separating idea generation from evaluation is a core brainstorming rule that keeps creativity flowing before judgment is applied.
An analyst receives conflicting data from two sources about a market trend. The best next step is to:
Answer: Seek a third independent source to reconcile the discrepancy
A third source provides additional evidence to resolve the conflict objectively rather than choosing data based on bias.
A loan officer must decide whether to approve a borderline application. The MOST structured approach is to:
Answer: Apply the bank's defined credit scoring criteria consistently
Consistently applying established credit criteria ensures fair, defensible decisions that align with regulatory and institutional standards.