Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the "Latent

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the "latent conflict" stage of Pondy's model of organizational conflict?

• A) During this stage there exists a potential for conflict.
• B) The stage of "manifest conflict" comes immediately after this stage.
• C) Fighting and open aggression are common during this stage.
• D) This stage comes immediately after the stage of "felt conflict."

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