A team of students is working on a class project and needs to schedule a virtual call to discuss next steps. Some team members would like to have a call Monday evening, while one student does not want to have a virtual call at all and would prefer using email to conduct next steps. What type of conflict is this an example of?

Question

Option A
Need conflict

Option B
Value conflict

Option C
Fact conflict

Option D
Ego conflict

Answer 1

This scenario is an example of Option B: Value conflict.

A value conflict arises when individuals have differing beliefs, preferences, or priorities regarding important issues. In this case, some team members value the benefits of a virtual call for discussion, while one student values the use of email over a call, reflecting a difference in their approach to communication and collaboration.