Which of the following elements represent relational conflict?
A)Expressed struggle, interdependence, perceived incompatible goals, scarce rewards and resources, expressed solution
B)Perceived problem, expressed anger, scare rewards and resources, expressed solution
C)Perceived incompatible goals, problem statement, scarce communication, and interference from the other person in achieving his or her goals
D)Expressed struggle, interdependence, perceived incompatible goals, scarce rewards and resources, and interference from the other person in achieving his or her goals

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Relational conflict is characterized by expressed struggle, interdependence, perceived incompatible goals, scarce rewards and resources, and interference from the other person in achieving his or her goals, which are all included in choice D. Option A also includes expressed struggle, interdependence, perceived incompatible goals, and scarce rewards and resources, but it does not include interference from the other person, which is an essential component of relational conflict. Option B includes expressed anger, but it does not include interdependence or perceived incompatible goals, which are essential components of relational conflict. Option C includes perceived incompatible goals and interference from the other person, but it does not include expressed struggle or scarce rewards and resources, which are also essential components of relational conflict.

Which of the Following Elements Represent Relational Conflict