Which of the following is NOT a suggestion for dealing with increasing linguistic diversity?
A. Avoid using jargon when speaking to speakers of English as a second language.
B. Do not worry about learning another language because most people in the business world will know a little English.
C. Do not assume that someone speaking a language other than English is talking about you.
D. Use a simple but not simpleminded vocabulary.
Answer: B
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