According to Chapter 2, saying that a recently fired employee was "offered an alternative career opportunity" would be an example of which of the following?
A) exaggeration
B) euphemism
C) legalistic construction
D) none of the above

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"Offered an alternative career opportunity" is a euphemism as it is a more pleasant or neutral way of saying that the employee was fired or lost their job.

According to Chapter 2, Saying That a Recently Fired Employee