Roberta and Clarence are members of the same taskforce at work. At the beginning, the two didn't get along well, so they avoided contact. Other members of the group have begun to notice, and recently, communication between all taskforce members came to a standstill. The taskforce has become ineffective in completing its assigned tasks as a result. This is an example of what type of conflict?
A) Dysfunctional conflict
B) Functional conflict
C) Personalized conflict
D) Substantive conflict

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The fact that the taskforce has become ineffective suggests that the conflict between Roberta and Clarence is dysfunctional, as it is negatively impacting the group's productivity.

Roberta and Clarence Are Members of the Same Taskforce at Work