A project manager needs to resolve a conflict between two stakeholders who have incompatible requirements. The deadline is immovable. Which conflict resolution technique is MOST appropriate?
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A
Smoothing by emphasizing agreements and downplaying disagreements temporarily
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B
Compromising by having both stakeholders give up something to reach a middle ground
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C
Forcing by implementing the more senior stakeholder's requirement unilaterally
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D
Avoiding the conflict until after the deadline has passed