What risk do persons who are not the boss run when seated at the "head" seats at either end of a rectangular table?

A. They risk being ignored.
B. They risk not having a chance to speak.
C. They risk signaling to the boss that they believe they should be in charge, thus creating tension with the boss.
D. There is no risk in this position as it is one of established authority.


C

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