The concept of __________ indicates that a constructive conflict strategy is to address only the issue at hand and direct all your energy toward the person directly involved with you in the conflict.

A. you-messages
B. present focus
C. face-attacking
D. gunnysacking


Answer: B

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Judy, who has been divorce for three years, is in her early 40s. She is now exclusively dating Randy, also in his 40s. Introducing Randy to others as her "boyfriend" at this age seems silly to Judy, but she doesn't know a more fitting term

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Which is NOT a positive consequence of conflict?

a. Conflict can prevent hostility from building up. b. Conflict can interfere with member motivation. c. Conflict can produce better solutions. d. none of these

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Which of the following statements does your book make about effective delivery?

A. Effective delivery is always delivered in an extemporaneous fashion. B. Effective delivery is mostly verbal. C. Effective delivery demonstrates your enthusiasm for the topic and confidence in the content. D. Effective delivery sounds practiced and polished.

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