Ken and tim realize that in order to resolve their conflict, it is better if they each get something of what they want, in effect, reaching a stalemate, instead of risk losing all. ken and tim are managing their conflict using the strategy

a. competing
b. compromising
c. accommodation
d. collaboration

Collaboration.

Explanation:

Collaboration is a conflict management tool or technique in which the needs and demands of both parties involved in the conflict are taken into consideration. Collaboration, thus, gives room for a win-win situation for both the parties involved in a conflict, and prefers to compensate both with their respective demands. This is a long term conflict management approach that is used here in this case of conflict between Ken and Tim.