Question 1

DO NOT USE According to Knapp's model of interaction stages, symbolic public gestures that show the world that a relationship exists usually occur in which stage in interpersonal relationships?​
A)​experimenting
B)​intensifying
C)​bonding
D)​integrating
E)​circumscribing

Accepted Answer

The bonding stage of Knapp's model of interaction stages is characterized by symbolic public gestures that show the world that a relationship exists. This includes formalizing the relationship through verbal confirmation or the exchange of symbols such as gifts or shared possessions.

Question 2

Because men share less personal information and feelings than women, they are not capable of achieving the type of intimate relationships that women have.

Accepted Answer

This statement is a stereotype and is not true. Men are capable of achieving intimate relationships and can share personal information and feelings with their partners. It is important to avoid generalizations about gender and to recognize that individuals may have different communication styles and preferences regardless of their gender.

Question 3

Because cultures like Japan and Taiwan are collectivist, people there communicate the same with members of "in-groups" and "out-groups" alike.

Accepted Answer

In collectivist cultures, the communication style differs between in-groups and out-groups. In-groups are viewed as closer and more important, and therefore communication is more direct and personal. On the other hand, communication with out-groups is more formal and indirect in collectivist cultures.

Question 4

The way parents communicate with their young children creates secure or insecure bonds that have powerful and lasting effects.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the way parents interact with their young children can have a significant impact on the development of secure or insecure bonds, which can have lasting effects on the child's emotional and social development.

Question 5

Friendships are either task-oriented or relationship-oriented, but not both.

Accepted Answer

Friendships can be both task-oriented or relationship-oriented. A task-oriented friendship is focused on achieving a specific goal or completing a task, while a relationship-oriented friendship is focused on emotional support, sharing experiences and building a long-lasting connection.

Question 6

DO NOT USE A study of 78 Internet dating profiles showed that about __________ percent strayed from the truth on some level.
A)20
B)​50
C)​65
D)​80
E)​98

Accepted Answer

The answer of DO NOT USE A study of 78...

Question 7

Managing your privacy settings on social network sites could have an impact on intimacy in cyber-relationships.

Accepted Answer

Managing privacy settings can limit the amount of personal information shared with others on social network sites, which could potentially impact the level of intimacy in cyber-relationships. If individuals choose to limit access to certain personal information, it may be harder for their partner to feel connected to them online. On the other hand, if individuals share too much personal information and are not careful about their privacy settings, it could lead to potential privacy breaches and harm to the relationship. Therefore, managing privacy settings is important in maintaining a healthy level of intimacy in cyber-relationships.

Question 8

DO NOT USE A couple might declare themselves "Facebook official" (or FBO) in which stage of relational development?​
A)​initiating
B)​intensifying
C)​integrating
D)​bonding
E)​circumscribing

Accepted Answer

Integrating is the stage where individuals become a couple and start to make their relationship public. Declaring themselves "Facebook official" falls within the realm of making their relationship public, which is a part of the integrating stage.

Question 9

Focusing on having intimate communication daily will lead to extremely satisfying relationships.

Accepted Answer

While intimate communication is important, it is not the sole factor in achieving extremely satisfying relationships. Other elements such as trust, respect, and shared values also play crucial roles.

Question 10

One researcher concluded that close relationships "may be the single most important source of life satisfaction and emotional well-being, across different ages and cultures."

Accepted Answer

This is a commonly accepted view among researchers in the field of psychology and sociology. Many studies have found that having strong social connections and close relationships is associated with greater happiness, better physical health, and a variety of other positive outcomes, regardless of one's age or cultural background.

Question 11

Telling someone "You can count on me" will usually guarantee loyalty because it's a measure of surefire commitment.

Accepted Answer

Saying "You can count on me" is an expression of willingness to support or be reliable to someone, but it does not guarantee loyalty as loyalty is built over time through consistent actions, trust, and mutual respect.

Question 12

By definition, an intimate relationship must exhibit all four intimacy dimensions.

Accepted Answer

An intimate relationship does not necessarily have to exhibit all four intimacy dimensions. It is possible for a relationship to be intimate in some dimensions but not in others. The four dimensions of intimacy include physical, emotional, intellectual, and experiential intimacy.

Question 13

Attachment theory argues that, while secure attachment in childhood leads to confident adult communicators, insecure attachment has little to no impact on later life.

Accepted Answer

Attachment theory actually argues that insecure attachment in childhood can lead to difficulties in forming and maintaining relationships in later life, as well as a higher risk of mental health problems.

Question 14

Whereas most other interpersonal communication is transactional, as described in Chapter One, families tend to have more linear interactions.

Accepted Answer

The statement is false. Families, like any other group of people, engage in transactional communication, which involves a back-and-forth exchange of messages. While there may be more linear communication patterns within certain family dynamics, it is not true for all families.

Question 15

Friendships are more likely to end than any other relationship.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that friendships are more likely to end than romantic or familial relationships. This could be due to the fact that friendships are often more casual and less legally or emotionally binding than other types of relationships.

Question 16

It is quite possible to have a wide range of relationships with coworkers, roommates, and even family members without having much intimacy at all.

Accepted Answer

It is possible to have a professional or platonic relationship with coworkers, roommates, and family members without having a deep level of intimacy.

Question 17

While workplace romances can be messy, some research has shown that 34 percent of people who said they dated a coworker ended up marrying that person.

Accepted Answer

According to some research, 34 percent of people who dated a coworker eventually ended up marrying that person.

Question 18

Young adults from laissez-faire backgrounds are more confident listeners and more intellectually flexible than those from consensual or pluralistic families.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that young adults from consensual and pluralistic families, which encourage open communication and the exploration of diverse viewpoints, tend to be more confident listeners and more intellectually flexible compared to those from laissez-faire backgrounds, where there is less emphasis on communication and exploration of ideas.

Question 19

Intimacy can come from intellectual sharing.

Accepted Answer

Intellectual sharing can lead to a deeper level of understanding and connection between people, which can increase intimacy. It involves sharing thoughts, ideas, and knowledge on various topics, allowing individuals to open up and connect on a mental and emotional level.

Question 20

DO NOT USE According to the text, we are usually attracted to people who​
A)​like us.
B)​are high self-disclosers.
C)​are perfect.
D)​approve of us even in ways we know are inaccurate.
E)​live far away from us

Accepted Answer

We are usually attracted to people who like us because mutual liking creates a sense of validation and comfort, fostering a positive relationship.

Quiz 10: Communication in Close Relationships

DO NOT USE According to Knapp's model of interaction stages, symbolic public gestures that show the world that a relationship exists usually occur in which stage in interpersonal relationships?​