Which of the following is an appropriate response to a question on low grades?
A. "Everyones grades were low because the instructors were so tough."
B. "Grades were less important to me than the actual knowledge I got from my
courses."
C. "I faced some challenges when my parents went through a bitter divorce."
D. "Low grades show how well rounded I am-for instance, I spent much of my time
doing charitable work through the Greek system."
E. "Im sure that people with low grades have accomplished great things, and I intend to
be one of them."
Joes boss calls him to her office to critique his draft of a report. Most of her comments
are negative. Joe should still listen carefully mainly because:
A. listening to superiors is considered to be a corporate ritual.
B. if his manager sees him paying careful attention, her opinion with regard to his draft
would improve substantially.
C. he should know what kind of improvement counts.
D. the failure to listen will most likely lead to retaliation in the future.
