Mark's team is extremely ambitious. Irrespective of tight deadlines, it takes up a high-priority project that required a heavy investment. Eventually, the team is unable to meet the project schedule and the company goes bankrupt. Which self-limiting behavior of Mark's team most likely led the company to bankruptcy?

A. Groupthink
B. Social loafing
C. Group-hate
D. Risky shift


Answer: D

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