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Slow dialog: 0:54
Explanations: 2:29
Fast dialog:  12:46

I was negotiating a contract with a new business partner, and we had a meeting to clarify the terms.

Bill:  If I understand the terms correctly, the length of the contract would be one year with a one-year option.  Is that correct?

Ms. Samuels:  Do you mean the contract for equipment rental or the one for training?

Bill:  I was under the impression that both contracts had the same terms.

Ms. Samuels:  Yes and no.  Let me see if I can clarify that.  The terms are the same except that the contract for training has a clause that allows for the cancellation after the first six months.

Bill:  Could you elaborate on that?

Ms. Samuels:  Sure.  What I mean is that either side could cancel the training contract after the six months as long as it’s in writing.  

Bill:  Let me see if I have that right.  This contract is for six months of training, but if it isn’t cancelled, continues for another six months.  Is that right?  

Ms. Samuels:  Yes, that’s right.  

Bill:  Okay, that’s clear enough.  Let’s move on to the other terms . . .

Script by Dr. Lucy Tse

124 - Asking for Clarification in a Business Meeting

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