Susan needs to sink two free throws to win the game. Trying to increase her anxiety about the negative ramifications of missing the shots, the opposing coach, Coach Kimball, calls a time-out. This behavior would be considered Assertive

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The question describes a scenario where the opposing coach uses a timeout to heighten Susan's anxiety about missing two free throws, with the aim of influencing performance under pressure.

First, we consider what the stem says about the behavior being described: the coach is trying to increase anxiety and apply pressure. This aligns with a style that seeks to dominate, coerce, or intimidate rather than to communicate needs or stand up for oneself in a calm, respectful way.

Option discussion (noting that the provided options list is empty, but the prompt indicates the correct label should be Aggressive):
- If the choice presented is Aggressive, this would be consistent with aggressive behavior, which involves expressing one's needs or goals in a way that disregards others' rights and uses threat, intimidation, or humiliation to achieve compliance. In this scenario, the coach attempts to pressure the player by highlighting negative consequences, a classic move in aggressive interpersonal tactics. 
- To distinguish from Assertive behavior: Assertive communication involves expressing one’s own needs or concerns directly and respectfully, while also acknowledging others’ rights. The coach’s tactic of inducing anxiety, rather than stating strategic or game-related concerns in a respectful manner, crosses into intimidation rather than constructive assertiveness.

Potential misconceptions addressed:
- If someone thought this is Assertive: incorrect, because assertiveness would aim for clear, respectful communication and game-focused feedback, not psychological pressure or fear of negative outcomes. 
- If someone suggested this is Passive: incorrect, because passive behavior would avoid asserting any needs or attempting to influence the outcome, whereas here the coach is actively attempting to control Susan’s state of mind. 
- If someone claimed this is Manipulative: while closely related, manipulation focuses on covertly controlling others for personal gain; intimidation to affect performance can be seen as a form of aggression with a coercive edge, rather than a neutral manipulation.

In summary, the described behavior best fits Aggressive, given its intent to intimidate and coerce Susan under pressure rather than to engage in respectful, direct, or collaborative communication typical of assertiveness.

PSYC1210.32427.202530 Quiz 4

Susan needs to sink two free throws to win the game. Trying to increase her anxiety about the negative ramifications of missing the shots, the opposing coach, Coach Kimball, calls a time-out. This behavior would be considered Assertive

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