Charles Is a CEO

question 128

Multiple Choice

Charles is a CEO.He wants to hire Edward for a key position on his staff.Charlie has already decided to relocate the headquarters to another state,but it has not been announced publicly.He is afraid that if he tells Edward about the move,then Edward will not want the job.Edward accepts the position and six months later the move is announced.Which of the following behavioral aspects was most likely involved in Charles' decision not to tell Edward?

• A) Coalition
• B) Escalation of commitment
• C) Political forces
• D) Ethics
• E) Bounded rationality

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