When Should the Indirect Pattern Be Used to Communicate Negative

question 93

Multiple Choice

When should the indirect pattern be used to communicate negative news?

• A) Always
• B) When the bad news will provoke a hostile reaction
• C) When the receiver may overlook the bad news
• D) When the bad news is expected

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