The correct answer is D) Connor's friends listen and say they understand as he explains that his parents are separating.
The scenario that best demonstrates empathy is "Connor's friends listen and say they understand as he explains that his parents are separating."
In simple terms, "empathy" is being aware of other people's needs or suffering. Being sensitive or compassionate about the situation another person is living in. As commonly is said, to put oneself in other people's shoes. In this case, the friends of Connor show empathy to Connor because they probably lived a similar situation in the past and the know how this situation feels and can express compassion and support to Connor.