Which of the Following Is True of Defensive Behavior

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of defensive behavior?

• A)Defensive comments increase trust and goodwill in the workplace.
• B)People who make defensive comments often are good listeners.
• C)Defensive comments shift attention away from listeners and to the speaker.
• D)Avoiding defensiveness requires a high level of self-awareness and self-management.
• E)Defensive comments encourage people to protect each other.

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