Tom and Jerry Are Both Very Set on Their Decisions

Multiple Choice

Tom and Jerry are both very set on their decisions for their team project. Tom wants to sell catnip and Jerry wants to sell cheese; however, neither will back down or discuss the costs and benefits of their position, and neither is willing to come to a resolution on a choice. They find themselves in the _________ stage of conflict.

A) affective conflict
B) unidentified resolution
C) stalemate
D) escalation
E) fighting