| A | B |
| Negotiation | When people talk to eachother and reach a solution acceptable to everyone |
| Litigation | Both parties in a dispute agree to have another person listen to their arguement and make a decision for them |
| Mediation | A third party helps the disputing parties talk about their problems and settle their differences |
| Negotiation | Two parties solve a problem without involving a third person/party |
| Litigation | A third party makes the final decision as to how the problem should be solved. |
| Mediation | A third party helps the people involved solve the problem. |
| Mediation | Method used to solve problem between students at Academy South |
| Litigation | Usually involves a legal action. |