While Talking with a Group of Family and Friends, Caitlin

question 190

Multiple Choice

While talking with a group of family and friends, Caitlin mentions that she was offered an impressive golden handshake by her employer. Which of the following statements is she most likely to make next?

• A) "That will teach those guys to discriminate against me."
• B) "It's great to work for a company that encourages employees to further their education."
• C) "I've already looked into using some of the money to go on a trip to Europe when I retire."
• D) "Of course, I would have really preferred to receive money, but just knowing that top executives will take the time to recognize my accomplishments, makes me feel better about my work."

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Definitions:

Saving Face

The act of preserving one's reputation, dignity, or respect in a social context.

Cooperative Towards

Cooperative Towards implies an attitude or strategy aimed at working jointly with others for a common purpose or benefit.

Third-party Conflict

A dispute that involves an external individual or entity apart from the primary parties in a conflict.

Mediation

A conflict resolution method involving a neutral third party who assists the conflicting parties in reaching a mutually satisfactory agreement.