Irrational Escalation Occurs When

question 8

Multiple Choice

Irrational escalation occurs when

• A) the research is based on a product that is defective.
• B) the setting or context alters the answers a participant might give.
• C) new data conflicts with a decision that has already been made.
• D) the order of the questions is randomized.

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