Two team members are arguing over two different approaches to complete a task. The project manager listens to both sides, determines neither approach will work, and directs the team members to use a third option. This type of conflict resolution is known as:
A) forcing.
B) avoiding.
C) smoothing.
D) compromising.

Question

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The project manager is using a "forcing" approach by imposing a third option and directing the team members to follow it, rather than finding a middle ground or avoiding the conflict.

Two Team Members Are Arguing Over Two Different Approaches to Complete