Peter Must Deny an Employee's Request to Work from Home

question 48

Multiple Choice

Peter must deny an employee's request to work from home two days a week. Which of the following is the best way to begin this bad-news message?

• A)I have your letter of May 31 in which you ask to work from home two days a week.
• B)You are an extremely valued member of our team, and we all benefit from being able to work with you face-to-face on a daily basis.
• C)Thank you for your request.
• D)No, I cannot allow you to work from home two days a week.

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