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CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 10 Question 82 Discussion

Maria has adopted an adversarial style relationship with her stationery supplier. This relationship style can be characterised by which of the following? Select the TWO that apply.
A) Minimal sharing of information and D) Use of power to seek the best possible deal
B) Requirement to exceed expectations
C) Degree of mutual commitment
E) Requirement to secure quality of supply

CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 10 Question 82 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M5 exam
Question #: 82
Topic #: 10
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Maria has adopted an adversarial style relationship with her stationery supplier. This relationship style can be characterised by which of the following? Select the TWO that apply.

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Suggested Answer: A, D

An adversarial relationship is characterized by a competitive, often zero-sum approach where:

Minimal sharing of information (A): In adversarial settings, there is limited transparency as each party prioritizes its interests.

Use of power to seek the best possible deal (D): Power dynamics are leveraged to gain favorable terms, often at the expense of the other party.

This style typically lacks collaboration and mutual commitment, focusing instead on short-term gains rather than building a partnership, as described in CIPS resources on adversarial relationships.


by Art at Apr 04, 2025, 02:07 AM

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Nickole
7 months ago
Wait, can an adversarial style really lead to quality supply?
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Shoshana
7 months ago
Totally agree with A and D!
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Noel
7 months ago
I thought mutual commitment was key in any relationship?
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Clarence
7 months ago
Isn't minimal sharing a red flag for any supplier relationship?
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Johana
8 months ago
A and D are spot on!
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Carin
8 months ago
I’m confused about B and E; they seem more about collaboration than conflict. I guess I’ll stick with A and D for now.
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Sheridan
8 months ago
I remember a practice question about commitment levels, and I think adversarial styles lack mutual commitment, so I’d lean towards A and D.
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Delsie
8 months ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like using power to seek the best deal could fit, so maybe D?
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Javier
9 months ago
I think an adversarial relationship would definitely involve minimal sharing of information, so I’d go with A for sure.
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Sheridan
9 months ago
This question is testing our understanding of different types of buyer-supplier relationships. I'll need to really think through each option and how they relate to an adversarial style, which is typically more confrontational and focused on individual gains rather than mutual benefits.
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Sabra
9 months ago
Okay, let's see. An adversarial relationship is characterized by a lack of trust and cooperation, so I'm thinking minimal sharing of information and using power to seek the best possible deal are the two that fit best. I'll go with those.
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Shantay
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover a range of different relationship dynamics, and I'm not entirely sure which ones specifically apply to an adversarial style. I'll need to carefully consider each option.
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Carmen
9 months ago
This question seems straightforward - it's asking about the characteristics of an adversarial relationship between a buyer and supplier. I'll focus on identifying the two most relevant options.
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Tresa
1 year ago
I see where you're coming from, but I think Maria also focuses on securing the quality of supply. So, I would choose D and E as the characteristics of her adversarial style.
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Sue
1 year ago
I agree with Kirby. It's all about getting the best deal and not really focusing on mutual commitment or exceeding expectations.
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Dominga
1 year ago
I bet Maria's supplier is just wishing they could take their ball and go home. An adversarial relationship is all about minimal sharing and wielding power, no doubt about it. A and D are the winners here.
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Selma
1 year ago
Definitely, minimal sharing of information and using power to get the best deal are key in an adversarial style relationship.
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Osvaldo
1 year ago
Yeah, it sounds like there's not much mutual commitment in that relationship.
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Gearldine
1 year ago
I agree, Maria must be a tough negotiator if she's using power to seek the best deal.
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Mable
1 year ago
Haha, this question is a piece of cake! Maria's clearly going for the jugular with her supplier. A and D are the way to go - she's playing hardball, not trying to be BFFs.
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Felix
1 year ago
D) Use of power to seek the best possible deal
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Maia
1 year ago
A) Minimal sharing of information
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Cassandra
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not so sure about B and E. Exceeding expectations and securing quality of supply seem more like features of a collaborative relationship, not an adversarial one. A and D are spot on though.
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Kirby
1 year ago
I think Maria's adversarial style means minimal sharing of information and use of power to seek the best possible deal.
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Vonda
1 year ago
A and D are definitely the right answers here. Maria's adversarial approach is all about using her power to get the best deal, not about building a mutually committed relationship.
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Louis
1 year ago
It's all about securing the best possible deal with her supplier.
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Jacklyn
1 year ago
She doesn't seem too concerned about mutual commitment.
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Slyvia
1 year ago
Maria is definitely focused on using her power to seek the best deal.
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Wilda
1 year ago
I agree, A and D are the correct answers.
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Aja
1 year ago
True, but it's important to find a balance between power dynamics and mutual commitment.
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Evangelina
1 year ago
But using power to seek the best deal can also be effective in business relationships.
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Amira
1 year ago
I think Maria should focus more on building mutual commitment with her supplier.
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Franchesca
1 year ago
I agree, A and D make sense for Maria's adversarial style.
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