A graduate in his first professional job is attempting to climb ...

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A graduate in his first professional job is attempting to climb the ladder quickly without consideration for others' perspectives or feelings. He won't tolerate anyone getting in his way.
 
  Based on this employee's attitude, what type of conflict style will he likely use in the workplace?
  A) Competing
  B) Collaborating
  C) Compromising
  D) Accommodating

Question 2

The number of organizations using a team structure is increasing and more individuals are working in close proximity and working together on various projects.
 
  Given this new organizational structure, which type of conflict is likely to increase compared to the individual work structure of the past?
  A) Process conflict
  B) Task conflict
  C) Interpersonal conflict
  D) None of the above

Question 3

With less than two weeks to go until a critical sales presentation, progress on a very important project has ground to a halt because the group can't decide which software to use.
 
  Two people have strong preferences to use different kinds of software. The other three people in the group just want to pick one and move on. What type of conflict is happening?
  A) Process
  B) Task
  C) Latent
  D) Interpersonal

Question 4

Which of the following statements about cognitive framing is true?
 
  A) Individuals have unique cognitive frames
  B) Individuals working in the same department will have similar cognitive frames
  C) Individuals with good working relationships will have similar cognitive frames
  D) Individuals working on different teams but in the same department will have similar cognitive frames

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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) A competing conflict style is described by a high level of assertiveness and a low level of cooperation and this seems to match this employee's one track mind of achievement at everyone else's expense.

Answer to Question 2

Muchas Gracias

Answer to Question 3

Props to you, cheers.

Answer to Question 4

A
Explanation: A) Our cognitive frames are shaped by far more than what department or team we work in, but rather are a combination of many life experiences. Those on the same team or in the same department may frame some issues similarly, but their frames will not be the same on all issues. In conflict resolution, we should be aware that individuals see things differently because this can help us understand how they are viewing the conflict.