You are a knowledgeable supervisor. You buy supplies from Peter regularly. He is an excellent salesperson and very knowledgeable about your situation. You are placing your weekly order.

You decide to:

a. Explain what you want and why; develop a supportive relationship.

b. Explain what you want and ask Peter to recommend products.

c. Give Peter the order.

d. Explain your situation and allow Peter to make the order.

To determine your preferred communication style, select the one alternative that most closely describes what you would do in each of the 12 situations below.
Do not be concerned with trying to pick the correct answer; select the alternative that best describes what you would actually do. Circle the letter

a, b,

c, or d.