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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. Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider in ethical decision making?

Personal values Societal norms Weather conditions Legal requirements
Q2. What is a key feature of irrational decision making?

Objective evaluation Impulsive choices Long-term planning Risk assessment
Q3. What does 'Pareto efficiency' refer to in game theory?

A situation where one player dominates the game A situation where no player can be made better off without making another player worse off A situation where all players win A situation where players always compete
Q4. Which term describes a situation in game theory where one player's gain is directly equal to another player's loss?

Win-win situation Lose-lose situation Zero-sum game Cooperative game
Q5. In analytical thinking, what does evaluating alternatives involve?

Choosing the first option that comes to mind Ignoring all alternatives Assessing the pros and cons of each option Selecting the most expensive option
Q6. What is the term for the ability to make decisions that are right and good?

Ethical dilemma Ethical competence Ethical misconduct Ethical ambiguity
Q7. What is a potential challenge in group decision making?

Lack of consensus Limited discussion Homogeneous group composition Avoiding compromise
Q8. Which of the following is a benefit of using decision support systems in information technology?

Increased complexity in decision-making Decreased efficiency Enhanced decision-making processes Limited access to information
Q9. Which of the following is not a factor influencing decision making in international relations?

Economic considerations Cultural norms Personal preferences Domestic politics
Q10. What is the importance of setting clear goals in educational decision making?

A. No importance B. Confusion C. Clarity and direction D. Irrelevance
Q11. Which step involves identifying possible solutions or courses of action in the decision-making process?

Defining the problem Analyzing data Generating alternatives Making a decision
Q12. Which of the following is a factor influencing decision making?

A. Weather B. Time of day C. Emotions D. Shoe size
Q13. What is the first step in the analytical thinking process?

Identifying the problem Generating alternatives Evaluating alternatives Implementing the decision
Q14. Which of the following is a common bias that can affect decision making in education?

A. Rational thinking B. Confirmation bias C. Objective analysis D. Impartiality
Q15. Which of the following is a benefit of applying critical thinking in decision making?

A. Making decisions based on emotions alone B. Avoiding any analysis C. Making well-thought-out decisions D. Following others' opinions blindly
Q16. What role does ethics play in decision making for social issues?

No role It guides decision making based on moral principles It complicates the process It is irrelevant
Q17. Why is it important to consider the long-term consequences in ethical decision making?

To avoid short-term gains To ensure immediate benefits To increase risks To promote unethical behavior
Q18. What is critical thinking?

A. Accepting information without questioning B. Analyzing and evaluating information C. Ignoring different perspectives D. Making decisions impulsively
Q19. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective decision making in governance?

Impulsiveness Transparency Accountability Fairness
Q20. Which court in India is the highest court of appeal?

Supreme Court High Court District Court Session Court

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