This learning unit on taking decisions is one in the Choice Series, a self-learning development program for supervisors. Purpose stated for the approximately eight-hour-long unit is to enable the supervisor to apply good principles of problem solving and making decisions so that his/her workteam is able to be, and to stay, productive. An introduction provides an overview of the unit and lists unit objectives. Parts A through E contain informative material, activities and answer keys, self-checks and answer keys, and a summary. Topics include taking decisions at work, information for decision taking, risks involved in taking decisions, six stages in problem solving, and checklists for taking decisions. Part F contains performance checks--an end check to be completed alone and a tutor check and work-based project. Part G consists of a brief unit review, extensions (print sources of additional information, such as units or sections in books), and a list of references. (YLB)