Asked by Rain Misoa

When someone complains about a problem, is it a good idea to quickly suggest a solution?

A. Yes, because a quick suggestion show you think quickly.
B. Yes, because offering a solution shows that you care about the other person.
C. No, because the other person may not be ready to hear the solution.
D. No, because the other person wants action, not words.

This question is a bit confusing but I think it could be B because a person wants to feel appreciated not as if they are just some tool. At least that's what I think. Any help is much appreciated.
Answered by Ms. Sue
This is an unanswerable question. The response depends upon the nature of the complaint.

Consider these situations -- and what might be the best response.

1. A child complains he doesn't understand a math problem. (B)
2. A boss complains that a technical problem needs an immediate solution (A)
3. A victim complains to the police about a mugging. (D)
4. A wife complains about an abusive, but loved, husband. (C)



Answered by Rain Misoa
My friend was saying the same thing. >_< That's why this question is so difficult for me. XD I believe that this is one of those questions that is meant to throw me off. >_<
Answered by Ms. Sue
It's just a lazy and poorly written question. We see a lot of these from online, for-profit classes.

The answer the computer wants is probably B.
Answered by Rain Misoa
I can see that. Well, I already did my test and I did answer B. However, it tells me the correct answer was C. That just hurts my brain now. >_< I thought it should have been B. Oh well. It matters not. As long as I still pass and I understand the main jist of it all. Besides, any one of those answers could have been correct. It's just the computer likes messing with the students. XD

Thank you so much, Ms. Sue. I appreciate all the help you have provided me. =^.^=
Answered by Ms. Sue
Yikes! C????

Whoever devised this test and its answers is an idiot!

I hope you find a better college for your next classes.

Answered by Pete
The correct answer is C on the computer. I got all answers right. Rain Misoa's statement is factual.
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