A Project That Is Exceptionally Risky Might Still Be Undertaken

question 57

Multiple Choice

A project that is exceptionally risky might still be undertaken by a firm if they have several other projects underway that are considered more of a sure thing.This approach to project selection is best described by the criterion called:

• A)strategic "fit."
• B)risk.
• C)desire for portfolio balance.
• D)top management pressure.

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

Refers to the tendency of an individual to be pleasant, accommodating, and willing to avoid conflict in their interactions with others.

Extraverted

Describes individuals who are outgoing, socially confident, and derive energy from interacting with others.

Epigenetics

the study of heritable changes in gene expression that occur without altering the DNA sequence, influenced by environmental factors and life experiences.

Nonshared Environments

Aspects of the environment that are not shared between siblings, contributing to differences in their development and personality.