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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which environmental decision-making model is in the correct order?
A
Make a decision. Gather information. Consider values. Explore consequences.
B
Gather information. Consider values. Explore consequences. Make a decision.
C
Consider values. Explore consequences. Make a decision. Gather information.
D
Explore consequences. Make a decision. Gather information. Consider values.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The decision-making model has three general steps: Analysis, Assessment, and Action.

Detailed explanation-2: -The first step in the model is to gather information. This includes things such as watching news reports, and talking to experts. Second, consider which values apply to the issue. Next, explore the consequences of each option.

Detailed explanation-3: -In simple terms, environmental decision making is taken to mean decision making that has an effect on our environment, however it is defined. If adopting a broad definition of environment, it could be said that nearly all decision making comes into this category.

Detailed explanation-4: -Consider the situation as a whole. Identify the decision(s) that need(s) to be made. Collect data on the range of alternatives. Develop criteria for assessment of the alternatives. Assess the alternatives against the criteria. Choose one alternative. Monitor the outcome of the decision.

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