Types of Problems and Decisions (Scenario)
It seems Dave spends most of his day making decisions. Every time he turns around, someone wants him to make a decision about something. This morning, the office assistant came in and asked if she could reorder paper for the fax machine. That seemed like a routine decision that he should not have to deal with. If Dave could avoid those types of decisions, then he could focus more time and attention on the more complicated issues, such as the one presented to him by the production supervisor this afternoon. According to the supervisor, a major piece of equipment urgently needs repairs, and the repair bill could cost almost as much as a new machine!
-The problem of whether to repair a piece of equipment or to purchase a new machine is an example of a(n)________ problem.
A)programmed
B)structured
C)unstructured
D)technical

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The problem of whether to repair a piece of equipment or to purchase a new one is an example of an unstructured problem, which means there is no clear solution or formula to follow. It requires analysis, judgment, and creativity to make the best decision. Therefore, it is a more complicated issue that Dave should focus his time and attention on.