Exxon Experienced an Unforeseen Oil Rig Malfunction in the Gulf

question 29

Multiple Choice

Exxon experienced an unforeseen oil rig malfunction in the Gulf of Mexico. A connection at the floor of the gulf ruptured, pouring millions of gallons of crude oil into the gulf waters and causing extensive damage to shorelines and wildlife. What type of crisis did Exxon face?

• A) Corruption crisis
• B) Victim crisis
• C) Preventable crisis
• D) Accident crisis

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Definitions:

Agentic State

Describes a psychological condition in which individuals see themselves as agents executing orders, often leading to reduced responsibility for their actions.

Fundamental Attribution Error

A cognitive bias in which people tend to attribute others' behaviors to their personality or character, rather than to external factors.

Power Tactics

Strategies or methods used by individuals or groups to exert influence or control over others to gain authority or power.

Milgram

Refers to Stanley Milgram, a psychologist known for his groundbreaking research on obedience, demonstrating that people are willing to obey authority figures to the extent of causing harm to others.