Assertive communicators seek an appropriate balance between

a) engagement and disengagement.
b) passivity and aggression.
c) conformity and nonconformity.
d) conflict and cohesion.
e) high apprehension and low apprehension.

ANS: b

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Warrenstrongly recommended his friend Jordi as treasurer for their organization, even though he was not convinced Jordi was qualified. Warren knew some financial safeguards were in place, so he felt okay about speaking up

Which ethical speaking guideline, if any, did Warren ignore? a. speak about topics you consider important b. choose topics that promote positive ethical values c. consider the consequences of your words and actions d. Warren did not speak unethically.

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