Mia Wants to Use a Problem-Solving Strategy to Resolve a Conflict

question 101

Multiple Choice

Mia wants to use a problem-solving strategy to resolve a conflict in her office.Three employees are disputing the number of hours they have been paid for in their last paycheques.Mia

• A)views the conflict as constructive.
• B)plans to examine the hours on the employees' time sheets,compare these with those recorded by accounts payable,and address any discrepancies.
• C)believes that the conflicting parties must show good faith by giving up something of true value.
• D)will take the dominating role when resolving the conflict.
• E)will attempt to reach a quick and/or temporary solution.

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