The Cyclical Nature of Decision Making: An Exploratory Empirical Investigation.

Segal, Uma A.

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Publication Date: 1982-Aug

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The Cyclical Nature of Decision Making: An Exploratory Empirical Investigation.

Segal, Uma A.

Small Group Behavior, v13 n3 p333-48 Aug 1982

Examined whether different levels of task complexity result in variations in group decision making. Groups (N=7) discussed problems varying in levels of complexity. Findings suggested that group decision making is a cyclical process with the number of cycles affected by task complexity. (RC)

Descriptors: Decision Making, Difficulty Level, Efficiency, Group Dynamics, Information Needs, Organizational Effectiveness, Task Analysis, Verbal Communication

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Language: English

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