Union workers in a large manufacturing company have been working with management to renegotiate their contract. It's been three weeks, and the negotiations haven't gotten very far. While everyone has effectively communicated their demands, neither side wants to compromise or make concessions. Which of the following is most likely causing the stalemate between management and employees?
A) Management's poor communication skills
B) Employees' lack of self-monitoring ability
C) Differing environments of employees and management
D) Employees' lack of cognitive complexity

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The differing environments between management and employees may be causing a lack of understanding and ability to compromise. This could be due to differences in perspective, priorities, or incentives. Poor communication skills or lack of cognitive complexity may also contribute to the stalemate, but without further information, it is less likely to be the primary cause. The employees' self-monitoring ability is not directly relevant to the negotiation process.

Union Workers in a Large Manufacturing Company Have Been Working