This is true and false, but more of true. The reason being is even in the worst case scenario, there may not be any good choices, but you can choose the least worst course of action.
For example, you're riding your bike down the road, but you haven't learned how to use the breaks. There is a tree in your way and a yard to the left of it. You have two choices in the last moment: fall with your bike, or jump off into the yard, leaving your bike to crash. The best choice is to jump off into the grass to avoid harm, but your bike took damage.
I hope this helps!
