Escalation of Commitment Can Be Minimized by Ensuring That

question 164

Multiple Choice

Escalation of commitment can be minimized by ensuring that:

• A)there are ready-made alternatives to resolve the problem.
• B)those who choose the decision are different from those who implement and evaluate it.
• C)the team leader has strong opinions about the preferred options.
• D)organizational goals are relatively ambiguous.
• E)the person who makes the decision is also responsible for terminating the project.

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Definitions:

Inquisitiveness

A quality of being eager to learn more, ask questions, and show curiosity about the world.

Open-mindedness

A willingness to consider new ideas, perspectives, or evidence without prejudice.

Correcting One's Reasoning

The process of identifying and rectifying flaws or errors in one's thought process to ensure logical consistency.

Self-regulation

The ability of an individual or organization to regulate its own actions and behavior without external intervention, often based on internal standards or rules.