DECISION ASSESSMENT FOR THE CITY OF MAKEFIELD

I.          The Issue/Problem and Hypothesis

In one sentence pinpoint the issue requiring an explanatory analysis and a decision. The next sentence should convey your hypothesis.

II.         Measurement of the Problem and Independent Variables

In one or two sentences write an operational definition of the problem that is being analyzed and write operational definitions for the independent variables.

III.        Quantitative Approach Used

In one or two sentences explain the quantitative approach used and justify its selection based on the level of measurement.

IV.        Analysis of the Data

Discuss the results of the contingency table analysis. Using your hypothesis as a guide, what can you say about the expected number of water main breaks and leaks compared to what actually happened by district? Next, when you compare the expected number of water main breaks and leaks to what actually happened in each district by season, can you conclude?

V.         Decision Outcomes and Inquiry of Staff

Based on your conclusions in Section IV, what are some decisions you might consider as the executive? For example, do the considerations of the facilities manager have validity? What direction would you provide to the facilities manager based on the analysis?