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22 April 2025

English Lesson (Listening) "Decision Making" B1 (2 parts)

Verbs: decide, make a decision
Examples: I decided to buy a new car. I made a decision to buy a new car.

Vocabulary 1
A. Rational: Based on reason or logic.
B. Logical: Based on clear and rational thinking.
C. Intuitive: Understanding without conscious reasoning.
D. Gut instinct: Immediate, subconscious feeling or reaction.
E. Pros and cons: Advantages and disadvantages.
F. Bias: Favoring one side unfairly.


Guide Question
What does the speaker say about the following ideas?
1. making decisions
2. rational decisions
3. intuitive decisions
4. bias


Vocabulary 2
A. Overconfidence: Excessive belief in one's abilities.
B. Anchoring: Relying too much on initial information.
C. Risk-takers: People willing to face uncertainty for rewards.

Guide Question
What does the speaker say about the following ideas?
1. overconfidence
2. anchoring bias
3. risks
4. and personality


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