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Variations in Decision Makers' Use of Information Sources: The Impact of Quality and Accessibility of Information.
Charles A. O'Reilly
- Vol. 1980, Iss: 1, pp 183-187
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In a field study, decision makers were found to choose information sources based on accessibility rather than quality, and some variation in source use was associated with individual characteristics such as motivation and tenure.Abstract:
In a field study, decision makers were found to choose information sources based on accessibility rather than quality. Some variation in source use was associated with individual characteristics su...read more
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