When partners in conflict trade escalating provocations back and forth,this is a(n):

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The given scenario describes a pattern of negative affect reciprocity, where partners reciprocate negative emotions and behaviors, escalating the conflict further. Option A, attributional conflict, refers to a conflict arising from different beliefs or interpretations of events, while option B, negative responsibility attribution, refers to blaming each other for the conflict. Option D, accusatory conflict, refers to a conflict involving accusations and blame, but the scenario does not suggest that it is one-sided. Therefore, option C is the most suitable choice.

When Partners in Conflict Trade Escalating Provocations Back and Forth,this