A theory concerned with relationship development from the superficial to the intimate levels and from few to many areas of interpersonal interaction is
A) social penetration.
B) interpersonal bonding.
C) relational dialectics theory.
D) relational bonding maxim.

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Social penetration theory describes the process of relational development from superficial levels to more intimate levels through gradual self-disclosure and increasing vulnerability. It also emphasizes that relationships involve multiple areas of communication and interaction.

A Theory Concerned with Relationship Development from the Superficial to the Intimate