I mean, those all sound like good ways to answer. Sometimes a single word response just isn't sufficient.

That's exactly how cops tend to entrap people.ask questions that can be either way and that way they always get the answer they want even if you didn't mean It like that.

"go for it"

Go for it. / I wouldn't do that

I've always found that "DO NOT DO THAT" works pretty well. :-)

This is my private domicile and I will not be harassed, BITCH!

Unless you're a character trapped in a logic problem that dictates that you can only answer yes or no, I can see that being a problem.

But, for anyone existing in the real world, you can always just say exactly what you mean.

The question is do you mind, with minding as the subject of the question. Answering yes or no is perfectly acceptable.

"Yes, I do mind! Drop the fucking mouse, I said we're listening to Melodic Noise!" There, should cover all the bases!

Edit: shitty idea no. 2 would be to go the passive-aggressive pedantic asshole route, where you just say "sure" then throw a fit when they go ahead and do that, and start spewing semantics at them.

That depends ...

You could take the question for what it is - a person's polite way of acknowledging you in their orbit and that their actions may affect you. This is an extremely rare attitude. Most people express entitlement instead of kindness. If people around you are actively trying to be less self-centered, the best way to respond is by acknowledging that they are being considerate and answering their question. Pretending not to understand what they mean is the last thing you want to do. Always support and encourage behavior you want to see more of. You have more words than "yes" and "no" and while that question literally suggests a binary response, you can always feel free to use your communication skills.