When both sides of a conflict believe "we are peace-loving,they are hostile," each may treat the other in ways that ________ its expectations.

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If each side believes that they are peace-loving and the other side is hostile, they are likely to interpret actions or words of the other side as confirming their own beliefs. This will lead to a cycle of each side treating the other in ways that confirm their beliefs, rather than denying or reducing them. Hence, option B (confirm) is the best choice.

When Both Sides of a Conflict Believe "We Are Peace-Loving,they