Relationship Characteristics in Mate Selection
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What is a characteristic sought in mate selection based on the text?

  • Independence from the partner
  • Avoidance of deep affection
  • Trust, commitment, affection, and interdependence (correct)
  • Jealousy towards the partner
  • How does an imbalance in dependence affect a relationship according to the text?

  • It fosters interdependence
  • It creates stress and tension (correct)
  • It leads to deep affection and love
  • It encourages growth and development
  • What negative impact does being the more dependent partner have on a relationship?

  • Leads to looking elsewhere for intimacy (correct)
  • Encourages balanced dependence
  • Enhances rewards derived from the relationship
  • Creates a sense of control
  • How does dependence inhibit the development of a relationship when not balanced?

    <p>Causes stress and tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the balance of dependence within a relationship as mentioned in the text?

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

    What is a typical strategy used by a more dependent partner to increase the other partner's dependence on the relationship?

    <p>Making the relationship more rewarding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can a more dependent partner resort to if rebalancing strategies fail?

    <p>Lowering their dependence on the relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does a high level of mutual dependence have on a relationship, according to the text?

    <p>Enhances attraction and trust in the relationship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a factor affecting couple relationships as per the text?

    <p>The number of children in the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which coping strategy is categorized under Grame Doney Lazarus' theory as an avoidance-focused strategy?

    <p>Ignoring the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

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