Although they are not able to marry legally in their state, Amber and Heidi still exchanged rings to signify that they intend to spend the rest of their lives together. This behavior is a nonverbal example of ______ in the stable stage of a relationship.
A) intensification
B) bonding
C) integrating
D) territoriality

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Bonding is the stage in a relationship where the couple makes a public announcement of their commitment to each other. The exchange of rings is a nonverbal way of signaling this commitment, despite not being able to legally marry. This behavior is a clear example of bonding in a stable stage of a relationship.

Although They Are Not Able to Marry Legally in Their