Which of the Following Situations Is Most Likely to Result

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations is most likely to result in structural conflict?

• A) When a supervisor has trouble selecting a choice between two mixed possibilities
• B) When a supervisor's manager ignores the chain of command and gives directions to the supervisor's employees
• C) When an organization's management intentionally brings about a conflict to achieve an objective
• D) When a conflict arises between a supervisor and a peer from differing opinions

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Definitions:

Normative Influence

A social mechanism where individuals change their behavior to align with the norms or expectations of a group.

Whistle-Blowing

Revealing any type of data or behavior that is judged as illegal, unethical, or inappropriate within a company.

Intersender Role Conflict

A situation where an individual receives conflicting expectations or demands from multiple sources, leading to stress or difficulty in role performance.

Interrole Conflict

Occurs when there are incompatible demands placed upon a person by two or more statuses held simultaneously.