Janie and Harry were arguing over a minor traffic accident in which Janie was involved. Harry got so angry because Janie would not admit that the accident was her fault, he slapped her. This scenario illustrates which of the following patterns of intimate partner violence?
A)Mutual violent control
B)Intimate terrorism
C)Violent resistance
D)Common couple violence

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This scenario is an example of "Common couple violence," which refers to situations where violence occurs in the context of an argument or conflict, but is not part of a pattern of power and control. It is often situational and not characterized by one partner systematically controlling the other through fear and intimidation.

Janie and Harry Were Arguing Over a Minor Traffic Accident