A village council can reassure 200 families with a false promise of immediate aid.

A village council can reassure 200 families with a false promise of immediate aid. Admitting the aid delay could trigger widespread anger and distrust.

• 30% chose: Issue a statement promising immediate aid. (15 people)
• 70% chose: Disclose the unavoidable delay for the aid. (35 people)

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