Question

Which connotation of the word assertive suggests the worst behavior?

Answer 1

Answer:

Stubborn

Explanation:

Self-assured could be a good thing as you are confident in yourself.

Polite is obviously a good thing as it means showing respect.

Being confident is seen as good because it is similar to self assured.

But being stubborn is annoying, as it is when you are OVERLY confident and won't even listen to anybody else's opinion.

Answer 2

Answer:

B: Stubborn.

Explanation:

Unlike all the other choices, stubbornness is the only negative personality trait. For example, someone can be assertively or confidently and forcefully polite which is a nice personality trait whereas assertively stubborn means it's diifficult for someone to change their mind even if that change in perspective is in their best intrest.