Considering alternatives until one is found that will satisfy a problem is referred to as __________
a. safe
b. emotionally derived decision-making
c. satisficing
d. satiating
c
a. Incorrect: This term does not relate to the definition in the question.
b. Incorrect: This term does not relate to the definition in the question.
c. Correct: "Satisficing" is a term coined by Herbert Simon in 1957 to describe the selection of an alternative that is satisfactory without spending additional time identifying the pros and cons of all possible solutions.
d. Incorrect: This term does not relate to the definition in the question.
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