Well there is a third option, if time permits:
- ask "why"
- he says "because"
- if there is something obvious he's missed/misunderstood you point it out
- he says "yeah, sorry I f**ked up on that"
- approach continued with common understanding and agreement.
Yeah real dangerous that is.
As for your list where you allege I'm saying I wouldn't do the go around - I am discussing the basis of the concept and NEVER at any stage have I said I wouldn't go around.
I just think - time permitting - knowing why is not such a bad thing, you disagree. Fair enough.
You may not like it but what you're describing is pretty much the definition of kneejerk - not my fault, blame the english language.
Always liked the quote: "rules are made for the obedience of fools...and the guidance of wise men".
It's in the book, fill your boots- I just think with some thought and discussion it can be defined and done better for the benefit of the overall operation, seems that's where we choose to differ.
Cheers.