Mastering Polite Disagreement
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Which strategy is recommended to soften a disagreement?

  • Pretend to be in the middle or unsure about your position
  • Show that you understand the other person's opinion
  • Apologize before introducing your disagreement
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is a polite way to introduce a disagreement?

  • I see what you're saying but I think...
  • I respect your point but from my perspective...
  • I take your point but that isn't the way I see it; instead, I think that...
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which phrase indicates that you understand the other person's opinion?

  • I'm not sure I agree with you on...
  • I'm afraid I disagree.
  • I don't think you and I have the same opinion on this issue. (correct)
  • I'm sorry but I have to disagree with you on...
  • What is a recommended way to respond to a valid point made by the other person?

    <p>There is some truth to what you're saying but don't you think that...</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using strategies to soften a disagreement?

    <p>To make your position or argument more effective</p> Signup and view all the answers

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