Read the scenario.

Question

Josh asked his friend to come over and play video games, but his friend declined. Josh was really disappointed but wanted to do the right thing in response.

Which action respects the boundaries of Josh's friend?

Responses

Accept his friend's decision without becoming defensive.
Accept his friend's decision without becoming defensive.

Avoid talking to his friend until his anger subsides.
Avoid talking to his friend until his anger subsides.

Continue asking his friend to come over because it will be fun.
Continue asking his friend to come over because it will be fun.

Make a joke about it to lighten the mood.
Make a joke about it to lighten the mood.

Answer 1

The action that respects the boundaries of Josh's friend is:

Accept his friend's decision without becoming defensive.

This response honors his friend's choice and maintains a respectful and understanding attitude.