Prompt for Making a Decision (Free Copy-Paste Prompt)

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Help me decide between these options: [list options].
Criteria that matter to me: [list criteria], weighted by importance.
Requirements:
- Build a weighted decision matrix scoring each option per criterion.
- Show the math and the totals.
- Give a clear recommendation and explain the reasoning.
- Note the biggest risk of the recommended choice.

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Why this prompt works

Gut decisions ignore trade-offs. This prompt structures the choice into a weighted matrix with visible scoring, so the recommendation is transparent and you can adjust the weights if you disagree — plus it names the key risk you're accepting.

How to customize it

Weight the criteria honestly; the result reflects your priorities.
Adjust weights and re-run if the recommendation feels off.
Use the risk note to plan a mitigation.

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