Escalation of Commitment Can Occur When People Do Not _________

question 25

Multiple Choice

Escalation of commitment can occur when people do not _________.

• A)want to admit that an earlier decision was flawed
• B)accept current conditions
• C)understand that conditions have changed
• D)want to make a decision

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Definitions:

Thought Processes

The mental operations that allow individuals to perceive, understand, remember, and think about information.

Assimilation

A cognitive process in which new information is integrated into existing schemas or knowledge structures.

Piaget

A psychologist known for his theory of cognitive development in children, outlining stages that describe how children's intellect evolves.

Tying Shoelaces

The act of fastening shoes using laces, which involves creating loops and knots to secure the shoes comfortably on one's feet.