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According to the Social Exchange Theory, what determines whether a relationship is maintained?
According to the Social Exchange Theory, what determines whether a relationship is maintained?
- The level of emotional attachment
- The similarity of interests
- The evaluation of benefits vs costs (correct)
- The frequency of communication
According to the Social Learning Theory, what influences one's tendency to remain in a relationship?
According to the Social Learning Theory, what influences one's tendency to remain in a relationship?
- The partner's income level
- The number of shared activities
- The physical attractiveness of the partner
- One's subjective feelings of satisfaction (correct)
According to Jacobson & Margolin, what is the marital relationship best thought of as?
According to Jacobson & Margolin, what is the marital relationship best thought of as?
- A result of genetic compatibility
- A static and unchanging bond
- A process of circular and reciprocal sequences of behavior and consequences (correct)
- A series of compromises and sacrifices
What is one of the challenges of change in long-term relationships?
What is one of the challenges of change in long-term relationships?
According to the Social Exchange Theory, what is social behavior based on?
According to the Social Exchange Theory, what is social behavior based on?
What does the Social Learning Theory view the marital relationship as?
What does the Social Learning Theory view the marital relationship as?
According to the General Social Survey (GSS), what percentage of the total population is classified as a couple without children?
According to the General Social Survey (GSS), what percentage of the total population is classified as a couple without children?
What is the estimated percentage of couples with children in a family nucleus?
What is the estimated percentage of couples with children in a family nucleus?
According to John Gottman's research, what is the ratio of positive to negative exchanges during conflict resolutions in a low-risk group?
According to John Gottman's research, what is the ratio of positive to negative exchanges during conflict resolutions in a low-risk group?
What are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationship conflicts?
What are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationship conflicts?
What are some predictors of relationship breakdowns?
What are some predictors of relationship breakdowns?
What is one of the strategies mentioned in relationship therapy to create strong, lasting relationships?
What is one of the strategies mentioned in relationship therapy to create strong, lasting relationships?
Why did Sally get upset with Derick?
Why did Sally get upset with Derick?
What did Derick accuse Sally of?
What did Derick accuse Sally of?
How long did Sally and Derick argue before Derick left to pick up dinner?
How long did Sally and Derick argue before Derick left to pick up dinner?
What did Derick do after apologizing for his error?
What did Derick do after apologizing for his error?
What did Sally explain upset her?
What did Sally explain upset her?
What did Derick accuse Sally of making?
What did Derick accuse Sally of making?
What did Derick do before storming out?
What did Derick do before storming out?
What did Sally and Derick argue about?
What did Sally and Derick argue about?
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