A Threat by One Party in a Conflict Often Results

question 92

Multiple Choice

A threat by one party in a conflict often results in an escalation of threats. This is referred to as:

• A) reciprocal uncertainty
• B) unregulated competition
• C) misattributed conflicts
• D) a conflict spiral
• E) face-saving

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Definitions:

Later-Born Children

Siblings who are born after the first child in a family, often discussed in studies of birth order effects.

First-Born Children

Referring to the first child born into a family, often subject to research on birth order effects on personality and development.

Sociable

Inclined to seek and enjoy the company of others; outgoing and friendly.

Peers

Children of the same age. More generally, people of similar background and social standing.