Which of the following is true for feedback on a writing project?
A) Destructive feedback delivers criticism with no effort to stimulate improvement.
B) Feedback is constructive and always results in improvement.
C) Constructive criticism focuses on personal shortcomings.
D) Destructive feedback focuses on the process and outcomes of communication.

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Destructive feedback can be harmful and discouraging if it only delivers criticism without suggestions for improvement. It can also come across as personal attacks rather than helpful advice.

Answer: B
 Feedback should always be constructive and aim to provide helpful suggestions for improvement. However, it does not always guarantee immediate improvement and it depends on how the writer receives and implements the feedback.

Answer: C
 Constructive criticism should always focus on the writing itself and never the person. It should provide suggestions to improve the writing without attacking the writer's personal qualities or abilities.

Answer: D
 Destructive feedback can focus on the negative aspects of the writing process and outcomes, but it can be harmful if it doesn't provide any suggestions for improvement.

Which of the Following Is True for Feedback on a Writing