Which of the following illustrates the phenomenon of "escalating commitment"?
A) an increase in the commitment to a decision only when it begins to prove itself as correct or profitable
B) continuing to invest time and money in a solution despite evidence of failure
C) the need for top management to accept decisions made by lower levels and commit to their implementation
D) incremental decision-making

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Escalating commitment refers to the tendency to persist in a failing course of action, even in the face of evidence that suggests it is not working. Option B is the only one that directly refers to this phenomenon, indicating a continuous investment in a solution despite evidence of its failure. The other options do not necessarily relate to escalating commitment.

Which of the Following Illustrates the Phenomenon of "Escalating Commitment