Audra and Alfonso argue and Alfonso storms out of the house.Audra calls Alfonso asking for forgiveness.He returns and they reconcile.Soon they fight again with Alfonso once again leaving.This is an example of a(n)
A)complementary style.
B)symmetrical style.
C)conflict ritual.
D)avoiding style.
E)win-lose.

Question

Audra and Alfonso argue and Alfonso storms out of the house.Audra calls Alfonso asking for forgiveness.He returns and they reconcile.Soon they fight again with Alfonso once again leaving.This is an example of a(n)​
A)​complementary style.
B)​symmetrical style.
C)​conflict ritual.
D)​avoiding style.
E)​win-lose.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This is an example of a conflict ritual, where the couple displays a pattern of arguing and reconciling followed by another argument and separation. This cycle repeats itself, showing a predictable and repetitive pattern in their conflict resolution style.

Audra and Alfonso Argue and Alfonso Storms Out of the House.Audra