Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Practice Test

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Which term best describes information that influences decision-making?

  1. Accuracy

  2. Relevance

  3. Importance

  4. Sufficiency

The correct answer is: Relevance

The term that best describes information that influences decision-making is relevance. Relevance refers to how pertinent or applicable information is to a particular situation or decision. When making decisions, individuals and organizations prioritize information that directly relates to the issue at hand, as this type of information can provide valuable insights and context that aid in evaluating options and potential outcomes. By focusing on relevant information, decision-makers can ensure that their choices are informed by data that has a significant impact on the situation. This helps them to avoid distractions from extraneous information that does not contribute to their objectives or the problem they are trying to solve. In contrast, while accuracy, importance, and sufficiency may play roles in evaluating information, they do not specifically address the aspect of how directly that information pertains to the decision-making process.