Which of these statements about managing change is FALSE?
A) Employees are less likely to resist change when change agents mainly increase the driving forces for change
B) Employees who develop an urgency for change tend to increase their motivation to change
C) Change is more successful when the restraining forces are reduced
D) Unfreezing the status quo occurs when change agents create a disequilibrium between the driving and restraining forces

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This statement is false because employees are less likely to resist change when both the driving and restraining forces for change are taken into account and addressed. Focusing only on increasing driving forces can actually lead to pushback and resistance from employees who feel their concerns and challenges are not being considered.

Which of These Statements About Managing Change Is FALSE