In the book, James told a story about how when he went to Germany, only those holding the position of "director" or higher could ask him questions. The "regular" professors and researchers were passing notes to these directors in order to ask their questions. These audience members were observing the maxim of ________ according to Grice's Cooperative Principle.
A) quality
B) quantity
C) relevance
D) manner

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The maxim of manner states that speakers should be clear and concise in their communication. In this case, the audience members were passing notes to the directors in order to ask their questions because they were not allowed to ask questions directly. This was a way of being indirect and avoiding being confrontational, which is in line with the maxim of manner.

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