PK0-003 · Question #56
Which of the following is a common cause of conflict when dealing with the human resource aspect of project management?
The correct answer is D. Different work styles among team members. Different work styles among team members are a common cause of conflict within project teams.
Question
Which of the following is a common cause of conflict when dealing with the human resource aspect of project management?
Options
- ASimilar personal values among team members
- BDifferent roles among team members
- CSimilar project goals among team members
- DDifferent work styles among team members
How the community answered
(45 responses)- A2% (1)
- B4% (2)
- C2% (1)
- D91% (41)
Why each option
Different work styles among team members are a common cause of conflict within project teams.
Similar personal values among team members generally promote harmony and understanding, not conflict.
Different roles among team members are a fundamental and necessary aspect of team organization and division of labor, not a common cause of conflict in itself.
Similar project goals among team members align their efforts and are crucial for project success, thus reducing rather than causing conflict.
Different work styles among team members, such as preferences for communication methods, approaches to problem-solving, or individual vs. collaborative work, can often lead to misunderstandings, friction, and conflict within a project team. Effective project managers address these differences to foster a cohesive environment.
Concept tested: Project team conflict sources
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