Advancing the Art and Science of Decision-Making: A Guide (2026)

Chapter: What Makes a Good Decision?

Previous Chapter: I Foundations of Decision-Making
Suggested Citation: "What Makes a Good Decision?." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2026. Advancing the Art and Science of Decision-Making: A Guide. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/29265.
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Suggested Citation: "What Makes a Good Decision?." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2026. Advancing the Art and Science of Decision-Making: A Guide. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/29265.
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Next Chapter: What Derails Good Decisions?
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