A heated discussion on how to launch a new research project ended with its participants feeling personally attacked and resentful of each other.One of the people leaving the meeting was heard saying "I'd rather see the project fail than let Lem have his way." This situation is an example of ___________.
A)dysfunctional conflict
B)functional conflict
C)the conflict effect
D)high Dcon

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The situation describes a dysfunctional conflict, which is characterized by personal attacks and resentment. It is not a functional conflict, which can be productive and focused on a task or idea. The conflict effect and high Dcon are not relevant to the situation.

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