Fact-Finding Could Be Considered Inferior to Mediation or Arbitration for All

question 50

Multiple Choice

Fact-finding could be considered inferior to mediation or arbitration for all of the following reasons except:

• A) It does not guarantee a resolution like arbitration.
• B) It does not assist the negotiators in their attempt to reach an agreement.
• C) It does not allow the parties to reevaluate their positions.
• D) Public pressure is often not enough to encourage the parties to settle.

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Definitions:

Asch Experiment

A psychological experiment designed to test the extent to which pressure from a majority group could influence a person to conform.

Group Conformity

The phenomenon where individuals change their beliefs or behaviors to match those of a group, often to fit in or be accepted by the group.

Social Networks

The structures formed by individuals and organizations interconnected through various social relationships, such as friendship, kinship, common interests, or professional ties.

Organizations

Are collectivities characterized by structure that encourages patterns in individual action.