Co-opting or removing opponents is associated with ________ toward change.

A) increasing the driving forces
B) reducing the driving forces
C) increasing the restraining forces that cause resistance
D) reducing the restraining forces that cause resistance

Co-opting

The process of absorbing new elements into a leadership or decision-making structure to avert threats or dissent.

Opponents

Individuals or groups who oppose or compete against another in a conflict, competition, or debate.

Driving Forces

Factors or elements that propel or direct certain actions, changes, or developments within an organization or system.