Research shows people differ in their preferred decision$-$making style. Four styles result from considering whether someone has a low or high tolerance for ambiguity, and whether they have a value orientation tilted toward task and technical concerns or toward people and social concerns. The four decision$-$making styles are directive, analytical, conceptual, and behavioral.

Read each statement in the survey and select the answer that best reflects your decision$-$making style in the context of the scenario described. There are no rights or wrong answers. After completing the self$-$assessment, tally up the number of $A,B,C,$ and $D$ responses to the $20$ statements to get an idea of which lettered response was the most frequent. Read the feedback that explains how to understand your score and interpret your results.

You must respond to all statements in order to receive full credit for this self$-$assessment activity.

My prime objective in life is to

A$.$ have a position with status.

B$.$ be the best in whatever I do$.$

C$.$ be recognized for my work.

D$.$ feel secure in my job.