The Famous Historical Example of the Commitment Strategy Used by Cortes

question 87

Multiple Choice

The famous historical example of the commitment strategy used by Cortes against the Aztecs is sometimes referred to as:

• A) "burning your boats."
• B) "burning your bridges."
• C) "friendly fire."
• D) "putting all your eggs in one basket."

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Definitions:

Human Person

A term describing an individual who possesses characteristics such as self-awareness, intellect, and moral agency, distinguished from other beings.

Most Impaired

Refers to the condition of being the most negatively affected or weakened in ability or function.

Newborn

An infant who is within hours, days, or up to a few weeks old; in medical contexts, specifically referring to the period immediately following birth.

Self-Defeating Maxim

A principle or rule of action that, when followed, undermines itself or leads to its own failure.