When Anna initiated the end of her relationship with Tomas,she affirmed his positive qualities and worth,while declaring the end to their relationship.This is an example of Anna using
A) justification.
B) negative identity management.
C) pseudo-de-escalation.
D) a positive tone.

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Anna is using a positive tone by affirming Tomas's positive qualities and worth. She is not justifying or rationalizing the end of the relationship, nor is she attempting to minimize the severity of the situation through pseudo-de-escalation. Negative identity management would involve Anna attacking or criticizing Tomas's worth or character, which she is not doing.

When Anna Initiated the End of Her Relationship with Tomas,she