A decision-making conceptual framework assumes the presence of a decision-maker, a decision situation (social expectation) and relevant information both from within and outside the person. The information is arranged into decision-making concepts according to the functions it serves. Two or more alternative actions are considered and several outcomes or consequences are anticipated from each action. Each outcome has two characteristics, probability or likelihood of occurrence in the future, and value, or relative importance to the decision-maker. The information is arranged according to a strategy so that the decision-maker can readily recognize an advantageous course of action and make a commitment to this action. (Jepsen & Dilley,1974)