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Elevator Conversation Poll
When you are on your own and you enter an elevator that has other passengers, do you strike up a conversation?
No, I prefer not to talk to strangers in this situation.
Yes, I prefer to say something rather than to stand in silence.
Sometimes, I try to look for indications from others if they are receptive to a greeting.
Rarely, I will talk if someone speaks to me but I don't initiate the exchange.
Should you continue a conversation when you get onto an elevator with other people?
Yes, as long as we are not discussing anything private or offensive.
No, I pause the conversation and resume when we get off.
Yes, but I modify the way I am speaking to a very reduced level appropriate to close quarters.
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