Given the Principles of Escalating Commitment, in Which Situation Described

question 60

Multiple Choice

Given the principles of escalating commitment, in which situation described below would you give the greatest funding to the same program in 1995?

• A) After you funded the program in 1993, it turned out to be very profitable.
• B) After another manager funded the program in 1993, it turned out to be very profitable.
• C) After you funded the program in 1993, it turned out to be a "loser," showing actual prospects of failing.
• D) After another manager funded the program in 1993, it turned out to be a "loser," showing actual prospects of failing.

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Definitions:

Obese Patient

An individual with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, indicating a high amount of body fat in relation to height and weight, associated with increased health risks.

Semi-Fowler Position

A way of sitting or lying down where the patient is partially elevated, usually at a 30 to 45 degree angle, often to aid in breathing or digestion.

Turbulent Blood Flow

The disorderly flow of blood, characterized by whirls and eddies, typically occurring in areas of high flow velocity or with irregularities in the vessel wall.

Partial Occlusion

A condition where a passage in the body is not completely blocked but narrowed, causing restricted flow of substances or fluids.