Workplace Conflict Quiz

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What is the Human Relations view of conflict?

  • Conflict is unnecessary for a group to perform effectively
  • Conflict is natural and inevitable in any group (correct)
  • Conflict is always harmful and must be avoided
  • Conflict is only positive in a group

Which is an example of an external source of conflict in the workplace?

  • Workplace harassment (correct)
  • Clash of ideas or perspectives
  • Low self-esteem of employees
  • Clash of organizational roles and goals

What is a symptom of an underlying conflict within an organization?

  • Increased trust among employees
  • Productivity increase
  • Enhanced teamwork
  • High turnover rate (correct)

What is a tip for organizational conflict resolution mentioned in the text?

<p>Recognize personality conflicts among team members (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a cause of conflict from internal sources?

<p>Lack of professionalism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a noticeable decline in the company's productivity indicative of?

<p>Serious underlying conflicts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of an underlying conflict within an organization?

<p>Dysfunctional meetings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a technique for conflict stimulation mentioned in the text?

<p>Clash of ideas or perspectives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a tip for organizational conflict resolution mentioned in the text?

<p>Hold weekly department meetings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a cause of conflict from external sources according to the text?

<p>Workplace discrimination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of conflict?

<p>A disagreement between two or more parties due to incompatible concerns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do conflicts exist?

<p>Whenever an action by one party is perceived as interfering with the goals, needs, or actions of another party (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can conflicts stimulate, despite sounding negative?

<p>Creative problem solving (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a conflict is functional or dysfunctional?

<p>The outcome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does managing conflict constructively lead to?

<p>Functional conflict and enhanced performance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the sources of conflicts?

<p>Actual or perceived incompatible concerns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does conflict exist within an organization?

<p>When actions of one party interfere with the goals, needs, or actions of another party (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can disagreements between individuals, departments, organizations, and countries lead to?

<p>Conflict (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can a conflict stimulate if managed constructively?

<p>Creative problem solving (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can conflicts between parties be perceived as?

<p>Interfering with the goals, needs, or actions of another party (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Human Relations View of Conflict

  • Conflict is a natural outcome of human interaction and can be beneficial for an organization if managed constructively.

Sources of Conflicts

  • Conflicts can arise from internal sources, such as differences in values, attitudes, and goals.
  • Conflicts can arise from external sources, such as economic conditions, change in government policies, and competition.

Symptoms of Underlying Conflict

  • A noticeable decline in productivity is indicative of underlying conflict within an organization.
  • Symptoms of underlying conflict include decreased morale, turnover, and absenteeism.

Organizational Conflict Resolution

  • A tip for organizational conflict resolution is to encourage open communication and constructive debate.
  • Managing conflict constructively leads to improved decision-making, increased innovation, and enhanced organizational performance.

Conflict Stimulation

  • A technique for conflict stimulation is to introduce changes in the organizational structure or policies.

Meaning and Existence of Conflict

  • Conflict is a natural outcome of human interaction, which can be beneficial for an organization if managed constructively.
  • Conflict exists when there are incompatible goals, values, or attitudes between individuals, departments, organizations, or countries.

Impact of Conflict

  • Conflicts can stimulate creativity, innovation, and growth if managed constructively.
  • Conflicts between parties can be perceived as opportunities for growth and improvement rather than threats.

Effective Conflict Management

  • Effective conflict management determines whether a conflict is functional or dysfunctional.
  • Managing conflict constructively leads to improved decision-making, increased innovation, and enhanced organizational performance.

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