Establishing a Preset Level at Which the Decision Is Abandoned

question 74

Multiple Choice

Establishing a preset level at which the decision is abandoned or reevaluated is recommended mainly to:

• A)minimize reliance on an implicit favorite.
• B)avoid relying on mental models to recognize problems or opportunities.
• C)minimize escalation of commitment.
• D)minimize problem identification.
• E)reduce the incidence of satisficing.

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