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Which comment has the most constructive tone?
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Framing feedback as a collaborative suggestion ('Could we...') is constructive and non-confrontational.
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A reviewer prefixes a comment with 'nit:'. What does that signal?
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'nit' marks a small, optional preference that shouldn't block the merge.
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Which phrase best 'softens' a critical comment?
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Hedging with 'I might be missing context' invites discussion rather than asserting the author is wrong.
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Why is it good etiquette to comment on the code, not the person?
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Saying 'this function' rather than 'you' keeps the review professional and reduces defensiveness.
5 / 5
Which is an appropriate 'positive' review comment?
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Specific praise reinforces good practices and balances the critical feedback.