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Band 7+: Why do some people find it hard to make decisions?

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Some people find it hard to make decisions because they are afraid of making mistakes. They may worry about the consequences or regret their choices later. In some cases, people lack confidence in themselves or think of every possible outcome, which makes the decision-making process even more stressful.

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Some people find it hard to make decisions because they are afraid of making mistakes. They may worry about the consequences or regret their choice later. In some cases, people lack confidence in themselves or are thinking every possible outcome which makes the decision making progress even more stressful.

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The answer directly addresses the question and provides valid reasons why some people struggle with decision-making. Consider expanding on the reasons provided with specific examples to further enhance the response.

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The vocabulary is adequate and mostly accurate. Words like 'consequences' and 'stressful' show a good range. However, more precise and sophisticated vocabulary could elevate the response. For example, instead of 'afraid of making mistakes,' consider 'fearful of committing errors' or 'apprehensive about the potential repercussions'.

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