Question 1

Is conflict inevitable in close relationships an it be prevented an it be managed?

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Question 2

Discuss 3postitive and 3 negative responses to "flaming" on line. What do you believe are the best approaches?

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Question 3

A procrastination effect often occurs with children of conflict-oriented parents reluctant to jump into a conflict they witness.

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Question 4

Bringing third parties into the conflict conversation usually reduces defensiveness.

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Bringing third parties into a conflict conversation can often increase defensiveness, as individuals may feel ganged up on or more exposed, leading to a more guarded and defensive posture.

Question 5

In both face-to-face interaction or communicating online, hostile behaviors tend to be reciprocated during conflict.

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Research in social psychology suggests that hostile behaviors are often reciprocated in both face-to-face and online interactions, as individuals tend to respond to aggression with aggression, leading to escalation of conflict.

Question 6

Which of the following constitutes competitive responses to flaming?
A) joking
B) reciprocal flaming
C) apologies
D) mediating
True False

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Reciprocal flaming is a competitive response to flaming, where one party responds to hostile communications with more hostility, rather than seeking resolution or de-escalation.

Question 7

A socialization effect often occurs, with children adopting conflict styles similar to their parents' conflict styles.

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Children often learn and mimic the conflict resolution styles of their parents through observation and interaction, leading to a socialization effect where they adopt similar conflict styles.

Question 8

The frequency of conflict is the most potent predictor of divorce.

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While frequency of conflict is a significant factor, the way couples manage conflicts (communication style, problem-solving ability, and emotional regulation) is a more potent predictor of divorce.

Question 9

Conflict is most likely to occur in the context of close relationships.

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Question 10

People can make a choice to respond to flaming in a constructive way.

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People have the ability to choose how they respond to negative or provocative online behavior, such as flaming, and can opt to address it constructively rather than reactively.

Question 11

Competitive Fighting is the same as which of the following conflict styles?
A) direct fighting
B) distributive communication
C) the contentious style.
D) all of the above

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Competitive Fighting encompasses aspects of all the given options: it involves direct confrontation (direct fighting), aims at distributing resources or outcomes in a way that favors one party (distributive communication), and is characterized by a contentious style where parties may aggressively pursue their own interests.

Question 12

Couples characterized by husband-to-wife violence are more likely than nonviolent couples to exhibit rigid patterns of husband demand and wife withdrawal.

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Research has shown that couples experiencing husband-to-wife violence often display a pattern where the husband demands and the wife withdraws, reflecting a rigid interaction style that can exacerbate conflicts and contribute to the violence.

Question 13

Competitive fighting is characterized by an uncooperative orientation and an indirect style of communication.

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Competitive fighting typically involves a direct and confrontational style of communication, as it aims to assert one's position or needs over those of the opponent.

Question 14

"Attack positions, not people (no name-calling, button pushing, or violence)" is one of the ten "rules" for constructive conflict management mentioned in your text.

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This statement reflects the principle of focusing on the issue at hand rather than resorting to personal attacks during a conflict, which is a common guideline in conflict resolution strategies to ensure discussions remain productive and respectful.

Question 15

Conflict is most likely when incompatible goals are important to both people and hard to obtain.

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Conflict is more likely to arise when the goals or needs of individuals are incompatible, especially when these goals are both highly valued and difficult to achieve, leading to competition or disagreement.

Question 16

What effect does conflict between a husband and a wife have on children?

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Question 17

The collaborating style of conflict management is the same as which of the following
A) problem focused
B) integrative
C) disjunctive
D) yielding

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The collaborating style of conflict management is synonymous with an integrative approach, where parties involved work together to find a mutually beneficial solution that satisfies the needs and objectives of everyone involved. This style focuses on cooperation and finding a win-win outcome.

Question 18

Same-sex siblings of about the same age are particularly likely to engage in frequent, competitive fighting.

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Same-sex siblings, especially those close in age, often engage in more frequent competitive fighting due to rivalry and competition for resources and attention within the family.

Question 19

List and discuss 5 conflict styles. Which seems to be most harmful to a relationship?

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Question 20

Couples who handle conflict in a calm, collaborative fashion
A) tend to reinforce conflict behavior in their children.
B) tend to be satisfied with their relationships.
C) are at great risk for divorce
D) typically do not have children

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Couples who manage conflict calmly and collaboratively are more likely to be satisfied with their relationships, as this approach fosters understanding and resolution rather than escalation of conflict.

Quiz 11: Coping With Conflict