Which of the following is a way to "soften the blow" of bad news?
A) Making the bad news vague
B) Positioning bad news ahead of good news
C) Subordinating the bad news
D) Using negative language
E) Placing the blame on the audience
Answer: C
Explanation: C) One of the best ways to soften the blow is by subordinating the bad news. By positioning the good news ahead of the bad news, you are able to soften the bad news by putting it in a larger context.
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