13. To address the growing problem of workplace bullying, companies should have a policy regarding: A. Workplace safety B. Professional behavior C. Quality control D. All of these 14. The ________ conflict-management style is used when the offense is not a big enough deal to upset others A. Accommodating B. Avoiding C. Compromising D. Forcing 15. When explaining your position in a conflict: A. Calmly and rationally explain your position along with offering a solution B. Calmly and rationally explain why your position is correct C. Get the other party to agree with your position D. Interrupt the other party if he or she incorrectly states the facts

13. To address the growing problem of workplace bullying, companies should have a policy regarding: A. Workplace safety B. Professional behavior C. Quality control D. All of these 14. The ________ conflict-management style is used when the offense is not a big enough deal to upset others A. Accommodating B. Avoiding C. Compromising D. Forcing 15. When explaining your position in a conflict: A. Calmly and rationally explain your position along with offering a solution B. Calmly and rationally explain why your position is correct C. Get the other party to agree with your position D. Interrupt the other party if he or she incorrectly states the facts

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Chapter4: Practical Ethical Decision Making

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