1. The DECIDE Process helps you make important decisions. It is easy to remember because each of the letters in DECIDE represent one of the steps.

Question

What does the C represent?
A. Choose to act wisely.
B. Choose the best option.
C. Consider all your choices.
D. Consider the consequences. (My answer)

2. Which consideration would help you figure out if your decision matches your personal values?
A. Consider carefully what those close to you feel what you should do.
B. Consider your own and other’s health and safety, and your self-respect. (My answer)
C. Identify those choices that are a good match parents’ or guardians values.
D. Identify those choices that will gain you respect of other people.

3. Not all decisions you are faced with require serious thought, but there are some that could have long-term consequences. In which scenario would the DECIDE Process be very useful?
A. You are trying to decide if you should purchase the red or purple bike.
B. You aren’t sure if you should wait to cut your hair until after soccer practice. (My answer)
C. You are thinking about going to the movies with older kids you don’t really know.
D. You are wondering if you should spend the night over your best friend’s house again.

Answer 1

Here are the correct answers to your questions:

1. The letter "C" in the DECIDE Process represents: B. Choose the best option. This step involves evaluating all of your choices and selecting the one that is most appropriate or beneficial.

2. The consideration that would help you figure out if your decision matches your personal values is: B. Consider your own and other’s health and safety, and your self-respect. This option directly relates to personal values and ethics.

3. The scenario in which the DECIDE Process would be very useful is: C. You are thinking about going to the movies with older kids you don’t really know. This situation involves social dynamics and potential risks, making it important to use a structured decision-making process.

Your initial answers were incorrect for the first and third questions, but the second one was correct.