Question

Mei-Ling and Stefon have to give a presentation together. They disagree about what should be the main points of the presentation and begin to argue. After much disagreement, Mei-Ling suggests that they each make a list of points they like and don’t like about each other’s ideas. Then, they combine the liked points from each of these lists and make them into the main points of the presentation.

Which type of conflict resolution did Mei-Ling use?
timeframe setting
behavioral skills
negotiation and compromise
critical thinking and behavioral techniques

Answer 1

Negotiation and compromise — Mei-Ling had them identify mutually acceptable elements and combine those to form the final points, which is classic compromise through negotiation.