Select the Statement Below That Presents the Best Definition of Conflict

question 8

Multiple Choice

Select the statement below that presents the best definition of conflict, particularly for purposes of developing effective negotiation strategies.

• A) Every difference of opinion is a conflict.
• B) Every dispute one cares about is a conflict.
• C) Conflict exists wherever and whenever there is an incompatibility of cognitions or emotions between or among those who are interdependent.
• D) Conflict exists only where there is real incompatibility.

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Definitions:

Grain

Cereal crops that are harvested for human or animal consumption.

Rats

Rodents known for their adaptability to various environments, often considered pests due to their diet, which can include stored food and their potential to spread diseases.

Consume

The action of using up a resource or goods, often associated with the act of purchasing and using products and services.

Bushels

A unit of volume that is commonly used in agriculture for measuring quantities of grain, fruit, and other agricultural produce, typically equal to about 35.24 liters in the U.S.