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What are the advantages of using direct language?

Which of the following statements are examples of the type of direct lg called “imperatives?”

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Which of the following statements are examples of the type of direct lg called “imperatives?”
Why don’t you call the technician for help?
Don’t discuss this with anyone outside our department.
Is this the best you can do?
Have the report on my desk first thing in the morning.
2
What are the advantages of using direct language?
It can avoid conflict and promote unity.
It can show a sense of urgency and prevent confusion.
It can build trust and protect people’s feelings.
It can resolve a crisis and increase confidence.
3
Questions, especially those beginning with _ and _ are more diplomatic than direct statements.
did
do
would
wouldn't
4
What does Tim say about instructions?
They should be expressed diplomatically.
They should be phrased as questions.
They should be clear.
They should be in groups of three.
5
Which of the following words can make a statement morediplomatic? (Select all that apply)
quite
rather and seems
slight and apparently
don’t and first
6
According to Tim, why do we sometimes need to use diplomatic language?
To put people on edge and enhance emotions
To decrease the chance of misunderstanding
Because the clock is ticking
To avoid making people feel offended or upset