In a ________ marriage, partners fight, both verbally and physically, but do not believe that fighting is a good reason for divorce.They feel that fighting is an acceptable way to try to solve problems, and they thrive on their incompatibility.
A) vital
B) conflict-habituated
C) devitalized
D) passive-congenial

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The description given fits a conflict-habituated marriage, where fighting is viewed as an acceptable way to deal with problems and the partners find their incompatibilities stimulating rather than distressing. Vital marriages have high levels of intimacy and communication; devitalized marriages have lost their emotional connection; and passive-congenial marriages are characterized by low levels of emotional exchange.

In a ________ Marriage, Partners Fight, Both Verbally and Physically