Horace manages workers with about the same level of seniority as he has. When Horace is told to make department budget cuts, he asks his staff for input

They quickly suggest foregoing raises this year to avoid any layoffs while still meeting budget demands. Which strategy did Horace use to resolve this conflict?
a. accommodating
b. compromising
c. competing
d. avoiding


Answer: b

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