Power and Interdependence in Relationships
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What percentage of people currently believe their relationships are equal partnerships?

  • 65 percent
  • 55 percent (correct)
  • 45 percent
  • 75 percent

    • In interdependence theory, where does power primarily stem from?

  • Control of valuable resources (correct)
  • Cognitive dissonance
  • Emotional connection
  • Cultural background

    • What does the principle of lesser interest indicate about relationship dynamics?

  • The person more invested has more control.
  • The person less invested has more power. (correct)
  • All individuals should have equal interest.
  • Investment levels are irrelevant to power.

    • Which type of power refers to the ability to determine a partner's outcomes independently of their actions?

    <p>Fate control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If one partner offers a reward to influence the other's behavior, this is an example of which type of power?

    <p>Behavior control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the dependence on a relationship affect an individual's power within it?

    <p>The less dependent partner has more power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disrupts the traditional model of power dynamics in relationships?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes how power dynamics function in relationships?

    <p>Power dynamics are dynamic and influenced by interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of power is derived from authority or social norms?

    <p>Legitimate power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of power might come into play if someone has specific knowledge that others want?

    <p>Expert power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for the imbalance of power in many relationships?

    <p>Men typically earn more than women for the same work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Referent power is primarily based on which factor?

    <p>Connection and attraction to another person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the influence of cultural norms on power dynamics?

    <p>Social norms often support male dominance in relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept refers to doing unto others as they've done unto you, influencing legitimate power?

    <p>Reciprocity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do men and women typically influence household decisions?

    <p>Women influence household matters and men make major decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of power could be exemplified by punishment as a means of influence?

    <p>Coercive power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenges the notion of equality in relationships according to common perceptions?

    <p>Unexpected dynamics of power recognition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines informational power within a relationship context?

    <p>Possessing specific knowledge that others desire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension considers whose interests and priorities take precedence in a relationship?

    <p>Relative Status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way are powerful individuals likely to perceive moral transgressions?

    <p>They judge others' transgressions more harshly than their own.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension examines the recognition and acknowledgment of accommodations made in a relationship?

    <p>Patterns of Accommodation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional states are often associated with individuals in positions of low power?

    <p>More depression and fear of punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which communication behavior is commonly observed in men towards women during conversations?

    <p>Interrupting their female partners more frequently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does well-being in a relationship manifest according to the dimensions of equality?

    <p>One partner's well-being is prioritized over the other's.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario best illustrates 'Attention to the Other' in a relationship?

    <p>Both partners attend to each other's feelings and needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely to happen when individuals in a conversation have similar power?

    <p>Men will still interrupt more frequently than women.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following reflects a common attitude of powerful individuals towards their success?

    <p>They often value their professional success highly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do power differentials typically affect intimate partner interactions?

    <p>They often lead to unrecognized contributions by the less powerful partner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension focuses on whose needs are prioritized within a relationship?

    <p>Relative Status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common behavior observed that indicates a power differential during conversations?

    <p>Men frequently interrupt women.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is least likely to be affected by the balance of power in relationships?

    <p>Mutual respect between partners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does well-being manifest according to the dimensions of equality?

    <p>One partner's well-being is prioritized over the other's.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional states are typically associated with individuals in positions of low power?

    <p>Suffering from depression and fear of punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension addresses how individual commitments and sacrifices are perceived in a relationship?

    <p>Patterns of Accommodation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are powerful individuals more likely to do when assessing moral transgressions?

    <p>Judge others' actions more harshly than their own</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following behaviors is often characteristic of powerful people in social situations?

    <p>They exhibit a greater sense of self-importance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of household responsibilities, which pattern is typical in unequal relationships?

    <p>One partner managing most low-status chores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does not significantly affect the dynamics of conversations between partners?

    <p>Shared interests between the partners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nonverbal behavioral trait is typically associated with powerful individuals?

    <p>Taking up more space with asymmetrical postures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group tends to be more accurate in recognizing emotions in others?

    <p>Women in general</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In power dynamics, how do individuals in positions of lower power typically communicate?

    <p>Acting independently to achieve their objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of powerful people's nonverbal communication?

    <p>Less engagement in recognizing emotional cues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is associated with higher satisfaction in communication?

    <p>Direct strategies where requests are clearly stated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do powerful individuals typically influence others in negotiations?

    <p>By employing bilateral strategies focused on cooperation and negotiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior might women exhibit when interacting with higher-status individuals?

    <p>Demonstrating stereotypical nonverbal behaviors associated with subservience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of nonverbal communication accuracy in relationships?

    <p>It correlates positively with relationship satisfaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What communication style do heterosexual women tend to use when discussing condom usage?

    <p>Indirect and unilateral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical behavior exhibited by a partner who does not want to use a condom?

    <p>Seductively leading to sex without protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does relationship satisfaction tend to correlate with shared decision-making between partners?

    <p>It increases when partners share decision-making equally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personality trait has been observed to be more prevalent in modern women compared to previous generations?

    <p>Decisiveness and assertiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the common outcome of equal power dynamics in relationships?

    <p>They contribute to better overall relationship satisfaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What societal norms can contribute to power imbalances in relationships?

    <p>Expectations of male dominance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically observed when individuals share decision-making power in a relationship?

    <p>Greater relationship stability and satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do modern relationships generally compare to those based on traditional divisions of labor and power?

    <p>They are often more stable and fulfilling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reaction of women when discussing their partners' habits regarding condom usage?

    <p>Resentment or sulking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of power dynamics in relationships tends to be viewed positively when partners care for one another?

    <p>Communal orientations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Intimate Terrorism (IT)?

    <p>It is used as a tool to control and oppress a partner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of couple violence is characterized by mutual aggression during conflicts?

    <p>Situational Couple Violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to research, what percentage of women experience severe physical violence by an intimate partner in the United States?

    <p>25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is considered the most severe according to the provided severity scale?

    <p>Being stabbed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about psychological aggression in relationships is true?

    <p>It is commonly seen in relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of relationship violence, how is threatening with a knife generally perceived in terms of severity?

    <p>As more serious than being kicked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What global percentage of women experiences severe physical violence from an intimate partner?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is noted for having particularly high rates of relationship violence?

    <p>Southeast Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Power and Interdependence

    • Power is based on the control of valuable resources.
    • If someone controls access to something desirable, they can influence others.
    • Control can be over resources or access to them.
    • The more someone wants something, the more power the controller has.
    • The availability of alternatives affects power balance.
    • In relationships, people with fewer alternatives (low CL) are more dependent and have less power.
    • Men often have more power in traditional marriages partly due to their employment outside the home and higher alternatives.
    • There are two main kinds of power:
      • Fate control: One person unilaterally determines the other's outcomes.
      • Behavior control: One person encourages a change in the other's behavior through their own actions.
    • Power can be exercised in subtle ways, including controlling access to desired resources or influencing decisions without overt actions.
    • The principle of less costly control is where one individual secures a desired outcome without risking retaliation or major confrontation; subtle coercion.
    • Power operates through interacting as well as influencing.
    • Power is influenced by social norms and cultural expectations.
    • Power imbalances can lead to one partner feeling they have the right to control, influence, or even impose on the other.
    • Interdependence perspective on power: If there is another friend at the flea market who also wants the same thing, then you're likely less powerful.
    • Power can be used for good (e.g., helping someone).
    • Power can also be used for bad (e.g., forcing someone into an unwanted situation).
    • In some relationships, the availability of alternative sources of desired resources is a critical factor.
    • Power can be used in heterosexual couples to influence partner's decisions.
    • Power can be used in same-sex couples to influence partner's decisions.
    • People generally try to use the least costly method of influencing a partner.

    Violence in Relationships

    • People use violence to try to get what they want.
    • Social power is the ability to influence or change others' thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.
    • Relationships can be equal partnerships, with equal levels of influence amongst partners (55% of relationships).
    • Traditional models had one partner dominant.
    • The chapter explores how power operates in intimate relationships.
    • The study notes evaluate outcomes for those involved in relationships.
    • Violence is a means of exerting power.
    • Power imbalances can cause conflict and violence.
    • Violence can be a means of control in abusive relationships.
    • Power imbalances can lead to one partner feeling they have the right to control, influence, or even impose on the other.
    • Expert power exists when our partners believe we have a reasonable right to tell them what to do.
    • Legitimate power exists when our partners believe we have a right to tell them what to do.
    • Coercive power exists when our partners believe we have a reasonable right to take away something they don't want.
    • Power differentials affect how people behave in their relationships, sometimes leading to one partner being more controlling.
    • Coercion is a clumsy way of getting what one wants.
    • Fear and punishment are aversive and breed discontent.

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    Explore the dynamics of power and interdependence in relationships, including how control over resources influences behavior. This quiz examines the types of power, the role of alternatives, and the impact of social power and violence. Test your understanding of these critical concepts in interpersonal relationships.

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