Emma and Jessica work together and both want to increase sales at their company. Emma argues this is best achieved by investing in research and development so they can create the best possible products. Jessica believes that increasing their sales force is the way to go.
-If Emma and Jessica decide to go to their supervisor, each making a case for why her idea is preferable and leaving it to the supervisor to determine which is best, this is an example of ________.
A)avoiding confrontation
B)accommodating or giving in
C)competing to win
D)compromise
E)collaborating to find the best solution

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C) Sometimes a conflict becomes a contest, with participants competing to win, even at another person's expense. If Emma and Jessica bring in a third party to decide which one of them "wins," this is an example of competing to win.

Emma and Jessica Work Together and Both Want to Increase