To maintain resonant relationships in the workplace,we sometimes need to break communication rules.If a CEO speaks ambiguously about plans for the next fiscal year,which of Grice's four maxims is he or she breaking?
A) the quantity rule
B) the quality rule
C) the relevance rule
D) the manner rule

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The CEO is breaking the manner rule, which suggests that one should be clear, brief, and orderly in their communication. Speaking ambiguously violates this maxim by not providing clear and direct information.

To Maintain Resonant Relationships in the Workplace,we Sometimes Need to Break