During a business lunch with a client,a colleague calls with bad news about another project.You should
A)answer the call at the table and discuss the situation without leaving the table.
B)answer the call at the table, listen to the news calmly, and tell your colleague you will call him back later.
C)excuse yourself from the table, take the call somewhere unobtrusive, handle anything you can handle quickly, and then tell your colleague you will call him back later.
D)let the phone continue to ring at the table without answering.

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Excusing yourself from the table and taking the call somewhere unobtrusive shows respect for your client and colleagues at the lunch. Handling urgent matters quickly demonstrates your ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Calling your colleague back later also shows that you take the time to properly address issues rather than hastily making decisions during a lunch meeting.

During a Business Lunch with a Client,a Colleague Calls with Bad