Which of the Following Is Least Effective at Conveying Negative

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is least effective at conveying negative information as clearly and kindly as possible?

• A)Embed the bad news in the middle of the paragraph.
• B)Suggest you might reverse the decision if circumstances change.
• C)Emphasize what you can do rather than what you cannot do.
• D)Imply the bad news instead of specifically stating the news.
• E)Minimize the space devoted to the news.

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Definitions:

Reciprocal Relationship

A mutual relationship in which parties exert influence on each other or benefit each other equally.

Logical Deduction

The process of reasoning from one or more statements (premises) to reach a logically certain conclusion.

Spatial Relationships

Understanding how objects or shapes are positioned in space relative to each other.

Trial-And-Error Strategies

Problem-solving methods that involve experimenting with various actions until finding a solution or an effective way to achieve a desired outcome.