As a cause of conflict, ___ involve unclear job expectations and other task uncertainties that increase the likelihood that people will be working at cross-purposes.

A) role ambiguities
B) resource scarcities
C) task interdependencies
D) competing objectives
E) structural differentiation

Role Ambiguities

Situations where the responsibilities, expectations, or objectives of a job are unclear, leading to confusion and often decreased job performance.

Task Uncertainties

Refers to the unpredictability or lack of clarity that can exist around the tasks assigned to employees, including the scope, processes, or outcomes expected.