Which of the following statements is true of constructive criticism?

a. It is based on empathy and a desire to make one understand the impact of his or her behavior.
b. It can be offered without permission because it is constructive.
c. It involves praising a person with no effort to change.
d. It is usually prefaced with where a person went wrong.


a. It is based on empathy and a desire to make one understand the impact of his or her behavior.
Although the word criticize can mean judgement, constructive criticism does not condemn but is based on empathy and a sincere desire to help someone understand the impact of his or her behavior.

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