Question

Why is assertive behavior helpful in conflict situations? A. People who are assertive try to make the other person feel bad. That is a good way to resolve conflict. B. Assertive behavior is the use of physical force, which can be helpful in conflict situations. C. Assertive behavior enables you to act in your own best interests without disrespecting the interests of others. D. Assertive people speak their minds and want others to be quiet.

Answer 1

The answer is C.) Assertive behavior enables you to act in your own best interests without disrespecting the interest of others. Hope it helps! :)

Answer 2

A. People who are assertive try to make the other person feel bad. That is a good way to resolve conflict. ❌(This is false and untrue.)

 B. Assertive behavior is the use of physical force, which can be helpful in conflict situations. ❌ (Not true, assertive behavior does not use physical force.)

C. Assertive behavior enables you to act in your own best interests without disrespecting the interests of others. (This is correct. Assertive behavior allows you to be gentle but firm as you express your interests.) ✅
 
D. Assertive people speak their minds and want others to be quiet. ❌(That is not what assertive behavior is. 

Hope that helps! -UF aka Nadia