According to politeness theory, which statement would be least face-threatening to a coworker who violates the dress code?
A. "Wow! Jeans aren't allowed, you know."
B. "I've noticed that you keep dressing too casually, and our boss has mentioned it, too."
C. "You look pretty unprofessional, but perhaps that's the look you want."
D. "You look casual today. Are you going somewhere after work?"
Answer: D
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