The escalation of commitment technique is a structured process designed to stimulate creative group decision-making, and overcome the tendency of group members to criticize ideas when they are offered.

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The escalation of commitment refers to a pattern where people become increasingly committed to their decisions even when faced with evidence that the decision was wrong. It is not a technique designed to stimulate creative group decision-making. Techniques like brainstorming or the nominal group technique are more aligned with stimulating creative decision-making and overcoming criticism of new ideas.

The Escalation of Commitment Technique Is a Structured Process Designed