Question

_____ are caused by barriers that are already built into society and that are accepted by some of its members. Question

A) Dysfunctional conflict

B) Personal conflict

C) Structural conflict

D) Functional conflict

Answer 1

Answer: option C

Structural conflicts are usually caused by forces external to the people in conflict. In a society, the society’s structure may create the conflict. So the barriers that are already built into society’s structure may lead to the conflict. Similarly, in an organization, the structure of the organization may be the cause of the conflict.

Personal conflict is between two people. Functional conflict is constructive and healthy, whereas dysfunctional conflict is unhealthy and occurs between individuals or groups and often leads to decrease in communication. It usually hinders the accomplishment of the goals of a group.