Nicole is writing a progress report. In the report, she proposes a different approach from the one that was previously approved, while also remaining open to the idea of continuing with the original plan. What is Nicole's progress report trying to accomplish?
A) to enhance her image
B) to float trial balloons
C) to prepare her audience mentally for a problem
D) to speculate about her audience's feelings
E) to minimize potential problems

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Nicole is suggesting an alternative approach while still considering the original plan, which indicates she is testing the waters or "floating trial balloons" to gauge reactions before making a final decision.

Nicole Is Writing a Progress Report