In the rat race model,workers competing for a promotion work more hours to signal that they are willing to work long hours.What is unusual is that even those who like to work long hours end up working even longer hours.Why is this?
A) They are more risk-averse.
B) They need to outdo workers who don't like long hours but are willing to work temporarily long hours to get the promotion.
C) Their excess work is an example of moral hazard.
D) They find that excessive work hours are enjoyable and healthy.

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Workers who like to work long hours may feel the need to outdo workers who do not typically work long hours but are willing to temporarily do so to get the promotion. In this way, the competition for the promotion escalates and workers end up working even longer hours to signal their commitment to the job. This phenomenon is known as the "escalation of commitment".

In the Rat Race Model,workers Competing for a Promotion Work