Purpose
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The decision scale is designed to assess the manner by which individuals make
decisions. The scale focuses on the rational decision style (characterized by a
thorough search for information and a systematic evaluation of all choices and
potential alternatives) and the intuitive decision style (characterized by the
use of a quick decision-making process that is primarily based on hunches and
feelings).
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Questions
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10 items using 5-point ratings (1 = strongly disagree to 5 = strongly agree)
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Sub-scales
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2: rational and intuitive
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Domain
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Decision Style
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Sample items
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Rational items
1. I prefer to gather all the necessary information before committing to a decision.
2. I thoroughly evaluate decision alternatives before making a final choice.
3. In decision making, I take time to contemplate the pros/cons or risks/benefits of a situation.
4. Investigating the facts is an important part of my decision making process.
5. I weigh a number of different factors when making decisions.
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Intuitive items
1. When making decisions, I rely mainly on my gut feelings.
2. My initial hunch about decisions is generally what I follow.
3. I make decisions based on intuition.
4. I rely on my first impressions when making decisions.
5. I weigh feelings more than analysis in making decisions.
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