Peggy resents Steve's lack of affection for her as his spouse. However, she does not say anything about this, because she wants to maintain peace between them. Her style of conflict is ________.

A. compromise
B. accommodation
C. competition
D. avoidance


Answer: D

Sociology

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Among the damage caused by air pollution, the following can be included ______________

A. the deterioration of buildings B. the production of noxious odors C. deterioration of the beauty of the environment D. all of the above E. none of the above

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Sociology

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Sociology