One day, Cariann is approached by a male colleague who tells her that he thinks she is “really pretty” and that they “need” to go out soon. In response, she tells him, “I am not interested in you that way, and your behavior is inappropriate and unprofessional.” According to the research discussed in the text, her response is best characterized as being ______.

A. retaliatory
B. passive
C. assertive
D. coercive


C. assertive

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a. open body positions b. relaxed laughter c. indirect body orientation d. eye contact

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a. Translating issues into messages b. Identifying the situation c. Employing appropriate tactics d. Analyzing the information

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