Debra turned left at the light and was hit by an oncoming car. Her husband, Derek, responded with, "You scared me so much! Why didn't you look where you were going?"
This is an example of a(n) ________ statement.

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Derek's statement is focused on Debra's actions and implies blame, which is characteristic of a "you" statement. These types of statements often focus on the behavior of the other person and can come across as accusatory.

Debra Turned Left at the Light and Was Hit by an Oncoming