Marvin consistently finds fault with Alicia's competence as a manager. Because Alicia has been told she is doing a good job she therefore responds in a threatened, rigid way. Thus, her most likely response will be to defend herself in light of Marvin's accusations.

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The statement describes a common pattern in relationships where one person consistently criticizes another person's competence. The person being criticized may feel threatened and respond defensively, which is what is happening with Alicia in this scenario.

Marvin Consistently Finds Fault with Alicia's Competence as a Manager