Malcolm,an accounts clerk,is all set to make a presentation on how his team can improve their productivity by changing certain work practices.His manager asks the employees not to be too critical of Malcolm's suggestions and to avoid arguing with him.The manager most likely said this because being critical ________.
A)will increase the amount of time Malcolm will need to finish his presentation
B)will only annoy the other people attending the presentation
C)will put Malcolm on the defensive
D)will confuse people about the ideas and suggestion put forth
E)will reduce the level of group cohesiveness

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The manager likely advised against being too critical because criticism can make the presenter, Malcolm, feel attacked or defensive, hindering a constructive discussion of his ideas.

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