Which of the Following Cognitive Biases Occurs When Decision Makers

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cognitive biases occurs when decision makers commit even more resources if they receive feedback that the project is failing?

• A) Prior hypothesis bias
• B) Reasoning by analogy
• C) Illusion of control
• D) Escalating commitment
• E) Representativeness

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Definitions:

Vengefulness

A strong desire for revenge or payback due to real or perceived wrongs.

Transition

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Signal Summary

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