Bob Tells Elise, "I Notice That You Bristle Every Time

Multiple Choice

Bob tells Elise, "I notice that you bristle every time we talk about having another baby. I realize I'm not always as understanding as I should be. I'd like to talk to with you about it openly. Is there anything we can do to make the conversation less stressful for you?" Which style of expressing conflict did he use?

A) Direct aggression
B) Passive aggression
C) Nonassertion
D) Assertiveness