The First Step in Handling Conflict Should Involve

question 61

Multiple Choice

The first step in handling conflict should involve:

• A) arbitration with the help of an outside person.
• B) discussion between people in conflict with each other.
• C) mediation with the help of a neutral third party.
• D) discussion with a panel of representatives from the company.
• E) communication with lawyers to initiate legal action.

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Definitions:

Open Market

A marketplace that is accessible to both buyers and sellers where securities, commodities, and goods are traded freely.

Quiet Period

A mandated time frame where promotional or public communications by a company are restricted by regulatory authorities before an IPO.

SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a federal agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws and regulating the securities industry.

Cumulative Voting

A method of electing boards of directors in which stockholders can cast all of their votes for a single seat. Enables minority interests to get at least some representation on the board.