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Exam: UPSC Civil Services Prelims Subject: General Studies Paper-II (CSAT) Topic: Decision making and problem solving

Total Questions: 20

Q1. What is a 'zero-sum game' in game theory?

A game where the total gains and losses of all players sum to zero A game with no clear rules A game with infinite possibilities A game with only one player
Q2. Which of the following is a characteristic of emotionally intelligent decision makers?

Lack of empathy Inflexibility Open-mindedness Rigidity
Q3. Which of the following is a common barrier to problem solving?

Lack of motivation Effective communication Logical reasoning Creative thinking
Q4. What is the significance of stakeholder involvement in technology decision making?

It is irrelevant It leads to conflicts It ensures diverse perspectives are considered It limits creativity
Q5. Which optimization technique is used to solve problems with discrete decision variables?

Linear programming Integer optimization Genetic algorithms Simulated annealing
Q6. Which of the following is an example of a non-state actor in international relations decision making?

United Nations European Union Greenpeace NATO
Q7. Which of the following is a principle of criminal law that states a person is innocent until proven guilty?

Burden of proof Presumption of innocence Double jeopardy Due process
Q8. Which of the following is a key challenge in decision making in international relations?

Lack of resources Too much information Clear objectives Consistent decision makers
Q9. Which term refers to the tendency of group members to conform to a particular viewpoint?

Groupthink Individual bias Diverse ideas Open communication
Q10. Which of the following is a common heuristic used in decision making?

Algorithm Heuristic Random guess Trial and error
Q11. Which technique is commonly used for decision making in artificial intelligence?

Guesswork Deep learning Trial and error Decision trees
Q12. What is a common problem solving technique that involves breaking a problem into smaller, more manageable parts?

Trial and Error SWOT Analysis Divide and Conquer Pareto Analysis
Q13. Which type of decision making is more impulsive and less systematic?

Rational decision making Irrational decision making Analytical decision making Strategic decision making
Q14. Which decision making model is more intuitive and less structured in its approach?

Rational decision making model Intuitive decision making model Pros and cons decision making model Emotional decision making model
Q15. What is the process of selecting the best alternative from a set of feasible alternatives called?

Optimization Decision making Evaluation Selection
Q16. What is the process of making choices that are consistent with certain moral principles?

Ethical reasoning Logical reasoning Emotional reasoning Intuitive reasoning
Q17. What is the primary goal of decision making in marketing?

a) Maximizing profits b) Minimizing costs c) Increasing customer satisfaction d) Reducing competition
Q18. Intuitive decision making is often used in situations where:

There is ample time for analysis There is no need for quick decisions There is uncertainty and time pressure There is no risk involved
Q19. Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?

Oxygen Nitrogen Carbon dioxide Argon
Q20. Which of the following is not a step in the decision-making process in research methodology?

Identifying the problem Collecting data Ignoring the problem Analyzing and interpreting data

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