When Alistar responds, "Is there anything else I could do to improve my performance?" after his boss identifies three areas of work deficiency, Alistar is using a technique known as:
A) indirect suggestion.
B) negative inquiry.
C) gunnysacking.
D) assimilation.

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Negative inquiry is a communication technique where an individual seeks further criticism or negative feedback after receiving initial criticism, aiming to improve or address areas of deficiency. Alistar's question directly seeks additional feedback on his performance, fitting the definition of negative inquiry.

When Alistar Responds, "Is There Anything Else I Could Do