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Like you said, there isn't one right response that works for everyone.


For me the best response is "Ok...Do you want me to write it down?" or being more visual or something along the lines of asking for a communication preference.


Some late-deafened people have embraced their deafness and become Deaf people...so yeah Cool might be an Ok response. Some born deaf people don't see anything cool about being deaf so you can't assume that is the best response.


It is very individualize in what people find acceptable or rude.


I think simply Ok and then making an effort to communicate in a way that the deaf person prefers is appreciate.


I am late-deafened and I wouldn't find it rude for someone to say Cool - especially if the person signs and they are exciting to have an opportunity to practice.


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