Dawn asks her fitness partner, Kristi, if she wants to do a HIIT workout or a five-mile run. Kristi would really prefer a HIIT workout, but she wants to be friendly and let Dawn do whatever she prefers. She responds, “It doesn’t matter to me. Whatever you choose will be great for me.” Which statement BEST describes the style of communication Kristi is using in this scenario?

Question

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Responses

Kristi is using aggressive communication methods.

Kristi is using aggressive communication methods.

Kristi is using assertive communication methods.

Kristi is using assertive communication methods.

Kristi is using passive-aggressive communication methods.

Kristi is using passive-aggressive communication methods.

Kristi is using passive communication methods.

Answer 1

The best statement that describes the style of communication Kristi is using in this scenario is:

Kristi is using passive communication methods.

This is because she is not expressing her true preference for the HIIT workout and instead is deferring to Dawn's choice, prioritizing Dawn's feelings over her own desires.