Which of the following statements is true of maintaining intimate relationships?
A)Intimate relationships do not involve physical attraction between partners.
B)People usually have more intimate friends than acquaintances.
C)Intimate relationships are the most important predictor of life satisfaction and emotional well-being.
D)Intimacy norms between people are the same across various cultures and co-cultures.

Question

Which of the following statements is true of maintaining intimate relationships? 
A)Intimate relationships do not involve physical attraction between partners.
B)People usually have more intimate friends than acquaintances.
C)Intimate relationships are the most important predictor of life satisfaction and emotional well-being.
D)Intimacy norms between people are the same across various cultures and co-cultures.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that having strong intimate relationships is a significant predictor of life satisfaction and emotional well-being. A and D are incorrect because physical attraction is typically involved in intimate relationships, and intimacy norms can differ across cultures and subcultures. Option B is incorrect because people tend to have more acquaintances than intimate friends.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Maintaining Intimate