Confrontation as a Method of Reducing Conflict Is Likely to Be

question 26

Multiple Choice

Confrontation as a method of reducing conflict is likely to be more effective when:

• A) all other forms of collaboration have failed.
• B) no mutually acceptable outcomes can be envisioned.
• C) the conflict is viewed as a win-win situation and the groups avoid threats.
• D) All of these.

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Definitions:

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society.

Internal Conflict

The struggle that occurs when two or more incompatible motivations or behavioral impulses compete for expression.

Approach-Avoidance

A psychological conflict that arises when a goal or event has both attractive and unattractive aspects.

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one, which can occur between individuals, groups, or nations.