Neco Model Questions Vol1 2017 Civic Education Question 33

Three community groups - Group A (farmers), Group B (youth activists), and Group C (local traders) - are in conflict over the allocation of a newly designated market space. Their positions are: - A demands 60 % of the space because they supply food. - B demands 30 % to hold weekly awareness workshops. - C demands the remaining space for daily trade. The local government can choose one of four conflict‑resolution mechanisms: negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or adjudication. Which mechanism is most appropriate if the government wants a solution that (i) preserves the relationship among the groups, (ii) allows the parties to shape the final allocation, and (iii) avoids a legally binding decision? State the mechanism.