Erik has been putting off a decision about firing several workers who have been ignoring safety regulations on the factory floor. After all, he thinks, his boss will eventually notice and take action. Erik is experiencing a(n) ______ reaction.
A. relaxed change
B. relaxed avoidance
C. defensive avoidance
D. unresponsive
E. delayed change
C. defensive avoidance
In defensive avoidance, a manager can't find a good solution and follows by (a) procrastinating, (b) passing the buck, or (c) denying the risk of any negative consequences. Erik is passing the buck, hoping someone else will make a decision.
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