Chicken / Hawk-Dove

A rival group is escalating a dispute in public. If you back down, they gain status. If both sides escalate, both reputations and resources may be damaged.

• 35% chose: Back down first. (995 people)
• 65% chose: Escalate to show resolve. (1816 people)

2811 decisions from real people on Resonant. Figures refresh every night at midnight (UTC).

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