Speaker 1 Well, um, it ____________ the hierarchy in the company. _____________ , if he says 'It's none of your business'. Speaker 2 ___________ the implication. ____________ particular supplier didn't get the contract, I'd also send something in return. Speaker 3 I think ____________ , because it really depends on your cultural background and your personal values. However, ______________ , if the two offers were exactly equal in merit, I'd have no problem in choosing.