Thomas recognises that his firm is plagued by organisational politics.He is not good at playing games and instead frequently engages in defensive behaviours in order to protect himself and protect his interests. Thomas has decided to play it safe and engage in buffing if he must.These defensive behaviours are part of avoiding:

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Defensive behaviors, such as buffing, are often used by individuals to avoid blame or negative consequences. Thomas is trying to protect himself and his interests, which suggests that he is concerned about being blamed or punished for perceived failures or mistakes. Options B, C, and D are less applicable in this scenario, as change, work, and action are not explicitly mentioned as concerns for Thomas.

Thomas Recognises That His Firm Is Plagued by Organisational Politics