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1
Regular use of conflict resolution techniques on a daily basis can __________.
help resolve conflict at the earliest stage
create harmony over time
fully prevent conflict
be effective with formal training
CONCEPT
Conflict Prevention Through Relationships
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2
According to the Third Side approach, which three roles are part of conflict containment?
Arbiter, peacekeeper, and teacher
Witness, mediator, and healer
Witness, referee, and peacekeeper
Referee, equalizer, and bridge builder
CONCEPT
Identifying the Third Side and Making It Relevant to Parties
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3
Thomas and Louisa both worked for a large company with many satisfied customers; however, a long-
term, intense, and interpersonal conflict interfered with their working relationship and thus their ability
to complete projects. Their boss's job was threatened by the drop in productivity caused by their
conflict, and although Louisa was able to confine her frustration to work, Thomas was very moody and
angry at home.
According to the Third Side process, which of the following would most likely be considered part of the
Third Side in this conflict?
Louisa
Thomas and Louisa's boss
Thomas
Louisa’s husband
CONCEPT
What Is the Third Side?
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4
Which of the following statements about long-term unresolved conflicts is true?
The conflict may be seen as beneficial to one of the parties.
Conflict analysis is no longer able to uncover the party's needs.
The parties' reasons for continuing the conflict are irrelevant.
The conflict can rarely be resolved at this stage.
CONCEPT
Addressing the Benefits of Unresolved Conflict
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5
Which of the following might an intervener use to better understand the facts of a conflict and each
party's perception of those facts?
Summarizing statements
Any or all of the answers given
Clarifying questions
Paraphrasing
CONCEPT
Gathering the Data to Analyze
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6
The perception of "cause" and "consequence" for each party involved in a conflict may be __________.
All of the answer choices are correct.
seen as different by each party
blurred together
hard to distinguish
CONCEPT
Causes and Consequences
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7
Which of the following is a stage of the conflict consulting process?
Clarifying questions
Action planning
Opening dialogue
Exploring options
CONCEPT
Conflict Consulting
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8
Which of the following is the best definition of consensus, as applied to consensus-based decision
making?
All parties have fully expressed their positions and interests.
All parties are communicating effectively with active listening, I-statements, and assertive
communication.
All parties feel that the resolution is the best possible choice for the group at the time.
All parties feel that they have been understood by the mediator.
CONCEPT
Consensus-Based Decision Making
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9
Which of the following best describes a conflict map?
An analysis of parties’ positions
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A means of representing a conflict in visual form
A means of distinguishing cause and consequence
A means of revealing parties’ joint interests
CONCEPT
The Analysis Process
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10
Uncovering common interests through conflict analysis can create which of the following for parties
involved in a long-term conflict?
Negative assumptions
Hardening of positions
Cognitive dissonance
Spiraling escalation
CONCEPT
Contrasting and Common Beliefs, Positions, and Interests
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11
Select an example of modifying a conflict resolution process to fit a specific situation.
Deciding that open communication should be a priority throughout the process
Deciding that people should be separated from problems when discussing the conflict
Deciding that the parties should have a sense of ownership over the process
Deciding that the process should be broken up into smaller segments to accommodate the
parties' schedules
CONCEPT
Selecting a Method or Crafting Your Own
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12
Which of the following best describes the goal of a stakeholder process?
Containing conflict
Generating consensus
Revealing indirect parties
Transforming relationships
CONCEPT
Stakeholder Processes
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13
Which of the following is the best tool for gathering data to conduct a conflict analysis?
Interviewing direct parties in the dispute
Reading past conflict analyses of the dispute
Mapping out the parties' positions
Interviewing indirect parties in the dispute
CONCEPT
Gathering the Data to Analyze
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14
When parties engage in a courageous or difficult conversation with one another, the goal is to
__________.
reach consensus
change values and beliefs
generate an agreement that meets mutual needs
build mutual understanding and respect
CONCEPT
Courageous/Difficult Conversation
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15
When is the best time to hold a courageous conversation?
Immediately after the provocative incident
As soon as one party realizes the other has a belief that needs to change
After both parties have gathered enough evidence to show why their value/belief is correct
When both parties are calm and willing to engage in a good-faith conversation
CONCEPT
Courageous/Difficult Conversation
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16
Which of the following can help generate buy-in to a conflict resolution process?
Explaining the process in detail to parties
All of the answer choices are correct.
Using conflict analysis to reveal parties’ joint interests in a conflict
Assuring parties that interests met by remaining in conflict can be met in an agreement
CONCEPT
Creating Buy-In to a Conflict Resolution Process
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17
The first stage of analyzing a conflict involves which of the following?
Identifying the parties involved and the context in which the conflict occurs
Establishing who has been directly affected by the conflict
Identifying underlying factors influencing the conflict
Determining if the conflict is part of a larger conflict
CONCEPT
Parties and Context
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18
Which of the following is a reason why a party may be reluctant to engage in a conflict resolution
process?
The party has needs that are met by continuing the conflict.
The party may be afraid of meeting other parties directly.
The party may be unfamiliar with conflict resolution processes.
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All of the answer choices are correct.
CONCEPT
Creating Buy-In to a Conflict Resolution Process
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19
When parties appear to be at a stalemate, which of the following is true?
It is impossible to resolve the conflict.
There is an increased danger of escalation.
The conflict ceases to be dynamic.
Attitudes and perceptions continue to intensify.