Project Management Professional PMP · Free Practice Question Medium
Question 47
Kelly and Chris are in a heated debate over which software to use in the project. Both Kelly and Chris have good points to the solution, but Kelly, the senior engineer, finally says that since she has seniority, the decision will be hers to make. What type of conflict resolution is happening in this scenario?
- A Compromising
- B Forcing
- C Collaboration
- D Power
Reveal correct answer
Correct answer: B
Explanation
This is an example of forcing, where the person with the authority makes the decision. It is sometimes called directing. Note that power is not a valid conflict resolution approach.Discussion
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