Felix tells Alycia,"I just don't like the way you behave around other people,so I don't want to be your friend anymore." According to the termination strategies identified by relationship scholar Leslie Baxter,Felix ended the relationship using a(n)__________.
A)indirect strategy of withdrawal
B)direct strategy of negative identity management
C)direct strategy of justification
D)indirect strategy of de-escalation

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Felix directly expressed his negative feelings towards Alycia's behavior, which reflects the direct strategy of negative identity management. He used this strategy to distance himself from Alycia by portraying her in a negative light, even if it means ending the friendship.

Felix Tells Alycia,"I Just Don't Like the Way You Behave