Emma and Jessica work together and both want to increase sales at their company. Emma argues this is best achieved by investing in research and development so they can create the best possible products. Jessica believes that increasing their sales force is the way to go.
Which of the following most accurately describes this situation?
A) Emma and Jessica are motivated by the same goal but have a difference of opinion about how to achieve it.
B) Emma and Jessica are motivated by the same goal and have the same opinion about how to achieve it.
C) Emma and Jessica are motivated by different goals and have a difference of opinion about how to achieve them.
D) Emma and Jessica are motivated by different goals but have the same opinion about how to achieve them.
E) Emma and Jessica are involved in an affective conflict.
Answer: A