Developing Hacks Quiz

Chapters 9 – 14

Welcome to your Developing Hacks Quiz

Approximately what percent of people rarely or never write out PMQ lists for daily decisions?

Approximately, what percent of people always or usually write out PMQ lists for major decisions?

According to the survey discussed in the book, for what type of decision are people most likely to consider using a written PMQ list?

In terms of raw numbers, we tend to have the least of which of the following?

Written PMQ lists create physical and psychological distance. This notion is best known as:

Quantifying the number of plusses, minuses and questions can prove helpful when developing or refining your PMQ lists.

Thoughtful decision-makers recognize when they have too many unanswered questions.

Thoughtful decision-makers recognize when they have too few doubts.

Good decision makers would accept a job promotion 99% of the time.

You can increase decision-making effectiveness by not tinkering and thinking about items after you've placed them in the plus or minus column.

Second opinions are most valuable when you seek confirmation of your PMQ thinking.

Which of the following questions creates the greatest illumination?

If you were considering purchasing a new truck on credit, which of the following would be considered a long-term consideration?

Comparing something to the ideal is the best way to resolve the inevitable tradeoffs you have to make in real life.

Scaling up your PMQ helps you think beyond a simple yes/no binary choice.