An Increased Commitment to a Previous Decision in Spite of Negative

question 120

Multiple Choice

An increased commitment to a previous decision in spite of negative information is termed:

• A)reengineering.
• B)satisfying decision making.
• C)optimising decision making.
• D)escalation of commitment.

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Definitions:

False Uniqueness Effect

The cognitive bias causing individuals to underestimate the commonality of their desirable traits or behaviors, believing they are more unique than they actually are.

Ethical Issues

Situations or problems requiring individuals or organizations to choose between actions that must be evaluated as right or wrong based on moral principles.

Unintended Negative Consequences

Outcomes that are not foreseen or intended and have a harmful or undesirable effect on individuals or communities.

Qualitative Research Methods

Research strategies that collect non-numerical data, such as interviews or observations, to understand concepts, thoughts, or experiences.