How Can Someone Maintain Credibility and Goodwill While Acknowledging a Mistake

question 39

Multiple Choice

How can someone maintain credibility and goodwill while acknowledging a mistake has been made?

• A)Minimize the potential damage from the mistake.
• B)Provide a long list of reasons why the mistake was made.
• C)Identify all those who were instrumental in supporting the bad decision.
• D)Take responsibility for the mistake.
• E)Send a letter of apology to all affected by the mistake.

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Definitions:

Infraction

A minor violation of a rule or law, often punishable by a fine rather than imprisonment.

Common Law

The law as found in the recorded judgments of the courts.

Environmental Nuisance

An act or condition that harms the environment, often by polluting or disrupting natural processes, and can negatively affect the health and well-being of communities.

Defendant

A person, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.