Question 1

One of the most popular relationship turnoffs is appearing lazy.

Accepted Answer

A lack of effort or motivation can be perceived as unattractive or unappealing in a romantic relationship. People generally prefer partners who are ambitious, driven, and actively working towards their goals.

Question 2

When one partner restricts the amount and quality of communication in a relationship, they enter the stagnating stage.

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When one partner restricts the amount and quality of communication in a relationship, they enter the deteriorating stage, not the stagnating stage.

Question 3

We learn the gender roles we perform.

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Gender roles are learned through socialization and cultural expectations, thus they are not innate or predetermined.

Question 4

List two relationship turnoffs.

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Question 5

Relationships will reach each of the ten stages at some point.

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Relationships may not necessarily reach all ten stages, and some relationships may skip stages or go through them in a different order. These stages are simply a model for understanding the progression of typical romantic relationships.

Question 6

Which three basic interpersonal needs do we meet through our relationships, according to the theorist William Schutz?

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Question 7

Feeling close and connected is called manifest destiny.

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Manifest destiny is a term related to the 19th-century belief that it was the destiny of the United States to expand and settle the North American continent. Feeling close and connected is not related to this concept.

Question 8

Who is more likely to form relationships online-men or women?

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Question 9

Communication with others helps us meet our needs at each need level.

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Communication is an essential tool for meeting our needs at all levels, from physiological to self-actualization. By communicating with others, we can express our needs, get feedback, and find solutions to our problems. This helps us fulfill our needs and move towards self-actualization.

Question 10

During the initiation stage of a relationship, we tend to disclose a large amount of information.

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During the initiation stage of a relationship, individuals typically disclose a small amount of information, focusing on making a good impression rather than sharing in-depth personal details.

Question 11

We like people whose behavior provides us with a maximum reward at minimum cost.

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This statement is true as it aligns with the principles of social exchange theory, which suggests that individuals engage in social relationships with others based on the expectation of maximizing rewards and minimizing costs.

Question 12

Sometimes, a change in a relationship causes initial discomfort or feelings of rebellion until we adjust to it-if we ever do.

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This statement is true. Change can be difficult to accept and may initially cause discomfort or resistance in a relationship. However, over time, we may adapt and become comfortable with the new situation, or we may never fully adjust to it.

Question 13

Ending a friendship can share similarities found when ending a divorce.

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Just like in a divorce, ending a friendship can involve dividing up property/shared assets, determining custody of mutual friends, and dealing with hurt and resentment. Both situations can also involve a grieving process and a need for closure.

Question 14

Our basic needs include exclusion, control, and affection.

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Our basic needs include food, water, shelter, and safety, but not exclusion, control, and affection. These may be desires or wants, but they are not considered basic needs.

Question 15

When women and men date, men tend to talk more than women.

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This statement is a stereotype and is therefore false. Communication patterns vary among individuals and do not solely depend on gender. Some women may talk more than some men in a dating scenario, and vice versa.

Question 16

Role-limited interaction is often the second stage of a friendship.

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Question 17

Mortality is lower when social support systems are lacking.

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This statement is false. Research has consistently shown that social support systems can decrease mortality rates and improve overall health outcomes. Having a strong network of family, friends, and community members can provide emotional support, physical assistance, and access to health resources, which can all contribute to better health and longer life.

Question 18

Experiencing feelings of intimacy or connection that are not directly apparent to others is known as romantic intimacy.

Accepted Answer

Romantic intimacy refers to a close, personal, and often sexual relationship between partners, but the term itself does not specifically describe feelings of intimacy or connection that are not directly apparent to others. Intimacy can be emotional, intellectual, physical, or experiential, and it's not limited to romantic relationships.

Question 19

When the contacts that we have with a single person vary, our relationship typically has greater breadth.

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When we have different types of interactions or contacts with a person, such as work-related discussions, social events, and personal conversations, our relationship with them is considered to have greater breadth. This means that our connection with them is more diverse and involves multiple aspects of our lives.

Question 20

During acquaintanceships, people seek one another out and provide emotional support.

Accepted Answer

During acquaintanceships, people are typically in the early stages of getting to know each other and may not yet provide emotional support, which is more common in closer relationships.

Quiz 12: Relationship Dynamics