Suppose that a manager responds to a disagreement between subordinates by saying: 'I don't want to get in the middle of your personal disputes.' This manager is using which conflict management style?
A) Avoidance
B) Unassertive
C) Collaboration
D) Authoritative command
E) Accommodation

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The manager is using the avoidance conflict management style by choosing not to engage in the disagreement between the subordinates, indicating a desire to stay out of the conflict altogether.

Suppose That a Manager Responds to a Disagreement Between Subordinates