In "Conversation Style: Talking on the Job," Tannen argues that in the workplace
A) men often refrain from asking for directions while women often seek to create the appearance of equality in a conversation.
B) gender does not affect talking styles.
C) women seek a one up position in conversation whereas men diffuse speech domination by joking about it.
D) men are more likely than women to ask for directions.

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Tannen's research on gender communication patterns suggests that men and women have different styles of communication in the workplace. Men often avoid asking for directions to maintain an appearance of competence and authority, while women tend to foster an environment of equality through their conversational habits, aiming to create connections and minimize hierarchy.

In "Conversation Style: Talking on the Job," Tannen Argues That