UPSC CSE Prelims
Decision Making & Problem Solving Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
Showing solved Previous Year Questions for Chapter: Decision Making & Problem Solving
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Match List-I with List-II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
List-I (Barrier to communication)
- Semantic
- Cognitive
- Organisational
- Affective
List-II (Example)
- Lack of feedback
- Misunderstanding the meaning of a word
- Fear of social stigma
- Information overload
Detailed Explanation:
Semantic barrier (A) relates to language/word meaning issues—misunderstanding the meaning of a word (2) is the classic example.
Cognitive barrier (B) involves mental processing limits—information overload (4) overwhelms cognitive capacity. Organisational barrier (C) stems from structural/hierarchical issues—lack of feedback (1) reflects poor communication channels. Affective barrier (D) involves emotions/attitudes—fear of social stigma (3) is an emotional block to open communication.
Therefore, matching A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3, making Option 4 the correct answer.
You are required to design a 'questionnaire' to be filled on-location by visitors, based on the following objective while writing a report :
"To determine the feasibility of setting up a family-oriented vacation resort in the vicinity of a lake destination in the mountains"
Which of the following heads would you include in the questionnaire to make it most appropriate for your purpose?
- Size of family
- Budget
- Number of earners in the family
- Food allergies and dietary restrictions
Select the answer using the code given below.
Detailed Explanation:
Feasibility of a family-oriented resort requires understanding visitor demographics and spending capacity. Size of family (1) is essential for planning room layouts and family amenities. Budget (2) directly determines pricing strategy and financial viability.
Number of earners (3) is redundant when actual budget is already captured. Food allergies/dietary restrictions (4) are operational details for post-booking, not macro-level feasibility assessment.
Therefore, only 1 and 2 are appropriate for feasibility assessment, making Option 3 the correct answer.
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