Kirsten and Karen recently joined a running group, where they have a choice of two coaches. They have the opportunity to interview both. If Karen specifically wants to select a coach with a Type B personality, which of the following questions is the best to ask?

A. Can you remain calm and stick with the plan even if I am cranky or having some weeks where it's difficult to follow the plan?
B. Are we going to run mostly with a group, or will you write some workouts for me that I can do alone?
C. Can you push me to be more competitive even when I doubt myself?
D. If I don't meet my personal goal times, will you be upset and feel that you have failed as a coach?


Answer: A

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