What is the most universal communication strategy to preserve face and harmony especially when conveying bad news?

a.The use of straight talk
b. The use of soft tones
c. The use of indirectness
d. The use of coupling the bad news with good news


c. The use of indirectness

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When the perpetual inventory system is used, the inventory sold is shown on the income statement as

A) cost of merchandise sold B) purchases C) purchases returns and allowances D) net purchases

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

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A) cancel the contract and recover her $200 plus whatever other damages she can prove. B) reclaim the goods and cover. C) resell the goods and recover damages. D) stop delivery of the nonconforming goods and recover payments made.

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