Bill receives a compliment from his supervisor Jo.Which of the following would be considered an assertive response by Bill to the compliment?
A) 'Oh, it's nothing.'
B) 'Whatever!'
C) 'Thanks, Jo.'
D) 'Leave me alone.'
E) 'Well, I am the best employee this firm will ever have. '

Question

Bill receives a compliment from his supervisor Jo.Which of the following would be considered an 	assertive response by Bill to the compliment?
A) 'Oh, it's nothing.'
B) 'Whatever!'
C) 'Thanks, Jo.'
D) 'Leave me alone.'
E) 'Well, I am the best employee this firm will ever have. '

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Saying "Thanks, Jo" is an assertive response as it acknowledges the compliment without belittling or dismissing it. The other options either downplay the compliment or respond rudely, which are not assertive behaviors.

Bill Receives a Compliment from His Supervisor Jo