Chapter 9
1. F
2. F
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4. T
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6. a
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8. d
9. b
10. e
1. Describe the difference between programmed and nonprogrammed decisions. What are the implications of these differences for decision makers?
Programmed decision is structured and planned out compared to nonprogrammed decisions. The implications are based on if the decisions are spur of the moment or not. 2. Describe the behavioral nature of decision making. Be certain to provide some detail about political forces, risk propensity, ethics, and commitment in your description.
3. What is meant by the term escalation of commitment? In your opinion, under what conditions is escalation of commitment likely to occur?
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