Past Questions — 2024

This question refers to the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI), which identifies five styles of handling conflict based on two dimensions: assertiveness (concern for self) and cooperativeness (concern for others). 1. **Accommodating (Option a):** This style is characterized by high cooperativeness and low assertiveness. The individual neglects their own concerns to satisfy the concerns of the other party. It is often used when the relationship is more important than the issue at hand. 2. **Competing (Option b):** This is the opposite of accommodating. It is high assertiveness and low cooperativeness, where one's own needs are satisfied at the expense of others. 3. **Avoiding (Option c):** This is low assertiveness and low cooperativeness, where the interests of both parties are neglected or the conflict is ignored. 4. **Compromising (Option d):** This is an intermediate position where both parties give up something to reach a mutually acceptable solution, resulting in partial satisfaction for both.

Examining letter position gaps: H(8) +2 -> J(10) +4 -> N(14); J(10) +2 -> L(12) +4 -> P(16); Q(17) +2 -> S(19) +4 -> W(23). All follow a (+2, +4) difference pattern except P(16) +2 -> R(18) +3 -> U(21), which has a (+2, +3) pattern, making PRU the odd one out.