Which conflict resolution technique involves finding a solution that at least partially satisfies all parties?

  1. Withdrawing
  2. Forcing
  3. Avoidance
  4. Compromise ✓

Correct answer: Compromise

Option D is correct because compromise is the conflict resolution technique in which each party gives up something so that all parties can find a solution that at least partially satisfies everyone, making it ideal when parties have equal power or when a temporary settlement is needed. Option A is wrong because withdrawing, also called avoidance, means retreating from the conflict without resolving it, which satisfies no party's interests. Option B is wrong because forcing, also called directing, imposes one party's viewpoint at the expense of others, not partially satisfying all sides. Option C is wrong because avoidance is effectively the same as withdrawing in the PMBOK framework and yields no mutually satisfactory resolution.

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