Issue expansion is an approach to reframing a conflict for strategic purpose. Which of the following is NOT a likely effect of using the strategy of issue expansion? A) it expands the perception of difference between the parties B) it is a way to use a smaller issue to address a broader concern C) it can be a way for a party to save face by pointing to criticism of the other party D) it ensures that the other side does not raise additional issues E) it encourages people to see each other's interests as more incompatible

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Issue expansion typically involves broadening the scope of a conflict to include more issues or stakeholders, which can lead to the other side raising additional issues rather than preventing it.

Issue Expansion Is an Approach to Reframing a Conflict for Strategic