As a manager of a 50-person department,Rhea has always heard that there are certain situations that produce more conflict than others.She is interested in learning about these situations so she can carefully read early warnings and take appropriate actions.Which of the following is NOT an antecedent of conflict?
A) Inadequate communication
B) Organizational simplicity
C) Decision making by consensus
D) Unmet expectations
E) Overlapping job boundaries

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Organizational simplicity is not an antecedent of conflict as it does not involve any factors that may lead to conflict. The other options (inadequate communication, decision making by consensus, unmet expectations, and overlapping job boundaries) all involve potential sources of conflict within a department or organization.

As a Manager of a 50-Person Department,Rhea Has Always Heard