Which of the following decision makers are tend to be good at discovering creative solutions to the problems?

The right answer is C. Conceptual style decision makers are the ones who tend to find creative solutions. They take a broad view, look at many alternatives, think long-term and are comfortable with ambiguous problems. This comes from the decision-making styles model, usually linked to Rowe and Mason, which classifies managers along two dimensions: tolerance for ambiguity and cognitive complexity.

Why the others fall short:

• Directive: Efficient and quick, with low tolerance for ambiguity. It prefers few alternatives and limited information, so it is good at fast action but not at exploring novel options.
• Analytic: Careful and data-driven. It wants more information and structured analysis. It handles complex problems well but works through known methods rather than inventing new ones.
• Behavioural: People-oriented, valuing relationships, communication and acceptance by others. It is strong on teamwork and motivation, but creativity is not its defining trait.

Mains angle: this connects to decision-making in governance and leadership. A district collector often chooses between a quick order and a broader consultative solution, and the conceptual approach suits the second.

Trap: Candidates often pick Analytic because it sounds like the thinking of a creative person. Analytic is thorough, not inventive. Creativity belongs to the conceptual style.