Which of the following statements is true of conditional strokes?

A. They are offered to employees if they perform correctly or avoid problems.
B. They feel good when they are received, and they contribute to the recipient's sense of well-being and self-esteem.
C. They may make a person feel good, but they may be confusing to employees because they do not indicate how more strokes may be earned.
D. They hurt physically or emotionally and make recipients feel less proud of themselves.


Answer: A

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