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PK0-003 · Question #366

Which of the following conflict resolution techniques results in a lose-lose scenario?

The correct answer is C. Compromise. Compromise is a conflict resolution technique where each party makes concessions, leading to a scenario where neither party fully achieves their original objectives.

Project management concepts

Question

Which of the following conflict resolution techniques results in a lose-lose scenario?

Options

  • AForcing
  • BConfronting
  • CCompromise
  • DNegotiating

How the community answered

(54 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    91% (49)
  • D
    6% (3)

Why each option

Compromise is a conflict resolution technique where each party makes concessions, leading to a scenario where neither party fully achieves their original objectives.

AForcing

Forcing (or competing) is a win-lose scenario where one party asserts their position over the others.

BConfronting

Confronting (or problem-solving) is generally a win-win scenario focused on finding a solution that satisfies all parties.

CCompromiseCorrect

Compromise involves each party making concessions to find a middle ground, meaning no one fully gets what they want, leading to a lose-lose outcome where both parties achieve only partial satisfaction.

DNegotiating

Negotiating aims for a mutually beneficial resolution and can result in various outcomes, but typically not an inherent lose-lose unless the negotiation fails.

Concept tested: Project management - Conflict resolution techniques

Topics

#Conflict resolution#Compromise#Team management

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