Even when conciliation is voluntary, parties prefer to exhaust this process before choosing or being forced into another type of third-party intervention. Why?
A) Other processes are more time consuming
B) Other processes are more expensive
C) Other processes give the parties less control over bargaining outcomes
D) Other processes are more complex for the parties

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Parties prefer to exhaust the voluntary conciliation process before choosing or being forced into another type of third-party intervention because other processes, such as arbitration or litigation, give the parties less control over bargaining outcomes. In conciliation, the parties have more control and flexibility to reach a mutually acceptable resolution. Additionally, other processes may be more time-consuming, expensive, and complex for the parties.

Even When Conciliation Is Voluntary, Parties Prefer to Exhaust This