Psychology Homework

Week 7 Assignment: Decision Making Analysis Paper

1. Create a one-paragraph hypothetical scenario that illustrates one of the following types of dilemmas or challenges.

● A moral dilemma (e.g., deciding whether to report a coworker for unethical behavior)

● A practical problem (e.g., choosing between job offers with different benefits)

● A personal decision (e.g., deciding whether to pursue further education or enter the workforce)

2. In 2–3 pages, analyze the cognitive processes involved in making a decision. Respond to each of the following:

● Identify and define the problem or dilemma. ● Gather relevant information and consider alternative options. ● Evaluate the potential consequences of each option. ● Decide and implement a plan of action.

3. Reflection: Respond to the following:

● What decision-making strategies would be employed in your scenario?

● How could cognitive biases or heuristics influence the decision-making process?

● Consider any ethical or moral considerations that would be involved.

Your paper should include and incorporate 3 scholarly sources. Your paper

must be in APA Style and include in-text citations and a reference list. Your

textbook can be one of the sources.