decision-matrix

1# Decision Matrix
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3## What It Does
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5Apply a transparent framework to compare options, expose trade-offs, and identify what information
6could change a choice.
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8Treat every score as a transparent expression of the user's stated preferences, not as objective truth. Clearly label estimates and assumptions, and never invent missing costs, probabilities, constraints, or preferences.
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10For medical, legal, financial, safety-critical, or other high-impact decisions, use the frameworks only to organize questions and trade-offs. Do not present the highest score as professional advice or a final decision. Encourage the user to verify material facts and consult an appropriately qualified professional.
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14## Frameworks Available
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16### 1. Classic Pros & Cons (Benjamin Franklin Method)
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18**Best for**: Quick decisions with low-to-moderate stakes
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20| Step | Action |
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22| 1 | Draw two columns: PROS and CONS |
23| 2 | List every reason for and against — no filtering |
24| 3 | **Weigh** each item (not all pros are equal). Assign +1 to +5 for pros, -1 to -5 for cons |
25| 4 | Sum the scores, then inspect the strongest items, uncertainty, and any non-negotiables |
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27**Guardrail**: Pros/cons alone miss hidden assumptions. Always follow with: "What am I not considering?"
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29### 2. Weighted Decision Matrix (Pugh Matrix)
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31**Best for**: Comparing multiple options against multiple criteria
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34| Criteria               | Weight (1-5) | Option A | Option B | Option C |
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