Felix tells Alycia,"I just don't like the way you behave around other people,so I don't want to be your friend anymore." According to the termination strategies identified by relationship scholar Leslie Baxter,Felix ended the relationship using a(n) __________.

A) indirect strategy of withdrawal
B) direct strategy of negative identity management
C) direct strategy of justification
D) indirect strategy of de-escalation

Negative Identity Management

Strategies used to communicate an undesirable message, such as breaking up or delivering bad news, in a way that aims to preserve dignity and respect.

Termination Strategies

Approaches or methods used to end a relationship or contract in a deliberate and often strategic manner.

Indirect Strategy

refers to approaches or tactics employed to achieve goals or influence outcomes through more subtle, non-direct means, often involving nuanced communication or manipulation of the environment.