Escalation of Commitment Refers to ________

question 60

Multiple Choice

Escalation of commitment refers to ________.

• A)commitment to a bad decision due to unwillingness to go against the opinion of the majority
• B)an increased commitment to a previous decision despite evidence that it may have been wrong
• C)the strengthening of commitment to a particular course of action due to greater motivation by others
• D)greater commitment to a decision because of one's belief that it is "the right thing to do"

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Definitions:

Potential Benefits

The possible advantages or positive outcomes that may result from a specific action, project, or research.

Humanitarian Benefits

Positive impacts or aid provided to individuals or communities in crisis, aimed at saving lives, alleviating suffering, and maintaining human dignity.

Ethical Rule

Guidelines or principles designed to guide conduct or decision-making in moral or ethical dilemmas.

Informed Consent

A process by which participants are fully informed about the procedures and risks involved in a research before agreeing to participate.