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CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 3 Question 99 Discussion

Win-lose approach is most likely to be associated with which of the following type of relationship?
A) Adversarial
B) Partnership
C) Strategic alliance
D) Outsourcing

CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 3 Question 99 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M5 exam
Question #: 99
Topic #: 3
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Win-lose approach is most likely to be associated with which of the following type of relationship?

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Suggested Answer: A

Distributive approach to negotiation used when the interested parties are attempting to divide something up or distribute something of value, also known as zero-sum approach or win-lose. Win-lose approach is useful when the relationship with the other party (TOP) is short-term and once-off.

The question mentions 4 types of relationship:

Adversarial: Both seek to maximize position at the expense of the other. Almost no trust, communication and cooperation. These suppliers will probably provide non-core products or services with the buyer purchasing them on a one-off basis.

Outsourcing relationship: Use competent suppliers to manage non-core businesses previously done in-house. Require high level of trust and collaboration

Partnership: Both work closely on long term development by sharing information, technology and ideas.High level of trust with the aim to benefit both parties (win-win)

Strategic alliance: Both parties identify areas where they could collaborate to create mutual benefits

Among these 4 types of relationship, only adversarial is once-off. Then it is the correct answer.


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Loren
4 days ago
Yeah, adversarial means one wins, one loses.
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Hortencia
9 days ago
Partnerships are more win-win, not win-lose.
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Lashawn
14 days ago
A) Adversarial makes sense. It's competitive.
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Kattie
19 days ago
Totally agree, win-lose fits that best.
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Janessa
25 days ago
I think it's A) Adversarial.
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Lisbeth
30 days ago
Really? I thought partnerships could be win-lose too.
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Mabel
1 month ago
A) Adversarial makes the most sense to me!
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Dalene
1 month ago
Wait, isn't outsourcing sometimes collaborative?
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Letha
2 months ago
I agree, win-lose is all about competition!
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Gary
2 months ago
Definitely A) Adversarial.
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Louis
2 months ago
From what I studied, win-lose is usually associated with adversarial situations, especially in negotiations.
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Carlene
2 months ago
I'm a bit uncertain about this one. Could it also relate to outsourcing? I feel like there might be some overlap.
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Lisha
2 months ago
I remember practicing a question like this, and I think adversarial fits best since it implies competition.
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Raul
2 months ago
I think the win-lose approach is definitely linked to adversarial relationships, but I'm not entirely sure.
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