In a meeting to decide the strategic direction of the organization,one side wanted to expand the product line while another side wanted to focus on existing product lines.When asked for her opinion,Michiko just shrugged and said either direction was okay with her.It appears Michiko was using a(n)______ conflict management style.
A) avoiding
B) accommodating
C) forcing
D) negotiating

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Michiko's response of being okay with either direction indicates that she is avoiding taking a strong stance on either side of the conflict. She is not trying to accommodate or negotiate a compromise between the two sides, nor is she forcing her own preferred direction. Therefore, her conflict management style can best be described as avoiding.

In a Meeting to Decide the Strategic Direction of the Organization,one