Question

The key difference between mediation and arbitration is: (A) A mediator is constrained to work with the final offers given by the parties while an arbitrator can create an agreement that lies somewhere in between final offers(B) An arbitrator has more ability to come up with an agreement that both parties will be happy with(C) An arbitrator is focused on improving the relationship between the parties while a mediator just wants to get a settlement(D) A mediator has no authority to make a final and binding decision

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "D": A mediator has no authority to make a final and binding decision.

Explanation:

Arbitration is an outcome that has been imposed by a neutral party. An arbitrator is meant to rule the parties involved in the dispute. While mediation is the process in which the parties involved in a dispute try to come up with a solution in their own terms. The mediator has the power of giving advice only to the parties but cannot determine the final resolution.