Which conflict resolution management technique has the disadvantage of possibly causing a return to the conflict if what was given up becomes more important than the initial goal?
a. collaborating c. compromising
b. confronting d. competing
C
In compromising each side gives up something and in turn gains something. Disadvantages to this conflict resolution management technique are a possible return to the conflict if what was given up becomes more important than the initial goal. In collaborating, the disadvantage is that it takes a lot of time and requires commitment to success. The disadvantage of confronting is that it may leave an impression that conflict is not tolerated and may make something big out of nothing. In competing, the disadvantage is that it produces a loser and causes anger and resentment on the losing sides.
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