Regarding Nonassertive People, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 497

Multiple Choice

Regarding nonassertive people, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Nonassertive people are seldom successful in achieving their intended goals.
• B) Nonassertive people are usually patient to a fault.
• C) Sometimes nonassertive people's pent-up anger explodes with unexpected fury, which can damage relationships.
• D) Nonassertive behavior is self-enhancing and is used to maintain the person's self-respect.

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