A square node on a decision tree infers that
A) the node splits into various states of nature, of which only one will occur.
B) there are several alternatives available.
C) the manager must choose an alternative.
D) there are several alternatives available and the manager must choose an alternative.
E) the node splits into various states of nature, of which only one will occur, there are several alternatives available and the manager must choose an alternative.

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A square node in a decision tree represents a decision point where the decision maker must choose between two or more alternatives. Hence, option D is the correct answer.

A Square Node on a Decision Tree Infers That