When a third party is involved in a conflict and has the power to issue a binding settlement, the process is called
A) mediation.
B) conciliation.
C) distributive negotiation.
D) integrative negotiation.
E) arbitration.

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When a third party has the power to issue a binding settlement, it is known as arbitration. Though mediation and conciliation involve third-party involvement, the settlement is non-binding, and as such, the mediator or conciliator cannot make a final decision on the matter. Distributive and integrative negotiations involve two parties directly negotiating on their own behalf to find a solution.

When a Third Party Is Involved in a Conflict and Has