The Validity of Colin Powell's Perspective on Decision-Making
Question 1
Write an essay that argues your position on the extent to which Powell’s claim about making decisions is valid. In your response you should do the following: Respond to the prompt with a thesis that presents a defensible position. Provide evidence to support your line of reasoning. Explain how the evidence supports your line of reasoning. Use appropriate grammar and punctuation in communicating your argument.
[W]e do not have the luxury of collecting information indefinitely. At some point, before we can have every possible fact in hand, we have to decide. The key is not to make quick decisions, but to make timely decisions.
Colin Powell, from his 1995 autobiography.
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