Chris knows that Marta struggles with infertility issues and is very sensitive about the topic. In order to disarm Marta during a conflict, Chris brings up her inability to have children. This is known as

A) gunnysacking.
B) manipulation.
C) beltlining.
D) silencing.


Answer: C

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