Thermostat

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Using the following situation, take Ryan’s perspective and provide a brief example of how he might employ of the five major strategies for engaging in conflict. Provide one example for each of the different strategies below.

Jason and Ryan are roommates. They disagree about the setting for the thermostat in winter. Jason believes they should set the thermostat at 64 degrees to save money. Ryan prefers to set the thermostat at 73 degrees so that the temperature in the house is more comfortable.

1. Accommodation

2. Collaboration

3. Compromise

4. Avoiding

5. Competing