Answer ALL Eight short answer questions, your responses to each question

should be no more than two paragraphs. The goal is to be clear and succinct! APA format and In-text citations!

References in APA format!

Questions:

1.Gottman described the “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” as it relates to destructive

conflict. Briefly define each of the four horsemen and the solution to each.[Chp 1]

2.What role does attribution play in understanding conflict? Describe the impact of

attributions on conflict resolution.[Chp 2]

3.Differentiate between the characteristics of conflict in individualistic cultures and

collectivist cultures. How does conflict behavior vary across these types?[Chp 2]

4.The acronym “TRIP” serves as a cue to remember issues related to differing conflict goals. Describe each of the four TRIP goals and provide a brief example of each.[Chp 3]

5.Define the five conflict styles as described by Rahim. Then, choose one conflict style and

provide an example of one “pro” and one “con” to employing that conflict style.[Chp 5]

6.The balance of power in relationships creates predictable effects. Please provide an

example of (1) how high power individuals can leverage their power currencies in a

constructive way with lower power individuals, and (2) what strategies low power

individuals can employ to balance power with higher power counterparts.[Chp 4]

7.Describe the “circumplex model of affect,” which includes two dimensions -pleasant/unpleasant and activation/deactivation. How can this model help you understand and express your emotions more effectively? [Chp 6]

8.What is the use of the XYZ formula? Describe its three parts, and write an example for each. [Chp 6]