Conflict in the Workplace Answers

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During the conflict resolution process, which of the followings statements would be appropriate when defining the problem?

A
“You are not communicating well to me.”
B
“I feel like we are not communicating well.”
C
“You need to make sure we are communicating.”
D
“I’m sure that you can communicate better.”
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John and Henry are both workers at a retail store. Their direct supervisor has told them to maintain quick service above all else. Later, their customer relations director tells them that they should always work to maintain excellent customer service above all else. Both John and Henry are confused as to what their priorities should be. This is an example of a conflict based on ______.

A
Personality differences
B
Power struggle
C
Poor communication
D
Jealousy
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Which of the following statements is the best way to state your position in a conflict?

A
“I am concerned you aren’t telling people the truth about me.”
B
“I feel betrayed by what was said about me.”
C
“You aren’t telling me what you tell other people.”
D
“You need to let me know what you think about me to my face.”
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Lincoln and Miller are both lawyers working for the same firm. Despite the fact that they have the same work experience and education, Miller is promoted to partner before Lincoln. Lincoln is upset he has been passed over and it begins to affect his relationship with Miller. This is an example of a conflict based on ______.

A
Jealousy
B
Prejudice
C
Power struggle
D
Poor communication
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When you are in a conflict that you are not passionate about, it is seen as gracious to sometimes ______.

A
Fight for your side until the other person agrees
B
Step aside and let the other person prevail
C
Use ad hominem arguments until a mediator steps in
D
Allow the other person to compromise their position
6

The problem with saying something hurtful during a heated conflict is that you can damage your relationships because you ______.

A
Have to let the other person speak
B
Won’t win your argument
C
Can’t take back what you’ve said
D
Shouldn’t try to convince people you’re right
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During conflict resolution, it is important to discuss what parts of a plan both sides agree with because it ______.

A
Is likely to make your side victorious
B
Helps you prove that you are a good communicator
C
Establishes a common ground for discussion
D
Helps an arbiter agree to choose your plan
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Jeremy wants to avoid conflict with his new coworkers. He should ______.

A
Spread gossip with them
B
Treat them all with respect
C
Talk to the most popular people
D
Buy them expensive gifts
9

Withdrawal from a conflict is best used when ______.

A
Neither side can reach an agreement
B
Both sides are very close to an agreement
C
Only one side has presented their solution
D
The arbitration meeting has just begun
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What is the difference between an “I” statement and a “You” statement?

A
The “I” statement is non-confrontational
B
The “You” statement is non-confrontational
C
The “I” statement is argumentative
D
The “You” statement is neutral in tone

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