Constructive conflict:
A)is the opposite of task-related conflict and often involves verbal attacks.
B)encourages employees to re-examine their basic assumptions about a problem and its possible solutions.
C)is apparent when the conflict is explained in terms of interpersonal incompatibilities.
D)is more likely to trigger defense mechanisms and a competitive orientation among team members.
E)sometimes replaces manifest conflict in the conflict escalation process.

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Constructive conflict occurs when people focus their discussion around the issue while showing respect for people with other points of view.This is a positive application of conflicts.It helps participants to reexamine their assumptions and beliefs without triggering the drive to defend and its associated negative emotions and ego defense mechanism behaviors.

Constructive Conflict