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Which of the following is the correct sequence for the steps in the coming together of a relationship? |
| | A) | experimenting, bonding, integrating |
| | B) | integrating, intensifying, experimenting |
| | C) | bonding, experimenting, intensifying |
| | D) | experimenting, intensifying, bonding |
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Which of the steps in the process of coming together in a relationship is incorrectly described? |
| | A) | Experimenting: the stage when each person begins to express ideas, attitudes, and values to see how the other person will react. |
| | B) | Intensifying: conversations are filled with shared assumptions and experiences. |
| | C) | Integrating: personalities begin to merge and the two share most of their activities. |
| | D) | Bonding: a romantic commitment is made. |
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Which of the following is the correct sequence for the steps of a relationship that is coming apart? |
| | A) | circumscribing, differentiating, stagnating |
| | B) | differentiating, circumscribing, stagnating |
| | C) | stagnating, circumscribing, avoiding |
| | D) | circumscribing, avoiding, stagnating |
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Which step in the process of coming apart is incorrectly described? |
| | A) | Stagnating: physical separation occurs. |
| | B) | Differentiating: the couple focuses on their differences. |
| | C) | Circumscribing: conversations become briefer, more shallow and less often. |
| | D) | Avoiding: unfriendliness, hostility, and antagonism are characteristic. |
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Which of the following is NOT an essential question when evaluating whether a potential partner is ready for a relationship? |
| | A) | Is this person able to communicate with you openly and honestly? |
| | B) | Is this person ready to make you happy? |
| | C) | Does this person appear to have a strong self-concept? |
| | D) | Is this person aware of the time and effort required to have a long-term, loving relationship? |
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Which of the following is NOT one of Altman and Taylor's three types of relationship rewards? |
| | A) | instrumental |
| | B) | extrinsic |
| | C) | sympathetic |
| | D) | intrinsic |
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Which statement about aggressive talk is FALSE? |
| | A) | "You are a loser" is an example. |
| | B) | It involves criticizing and complaining in an attacking way. |
| | C) | It is only justified in sports contests and the military. |
| | D) | It may be expressed indirectly by people who feel powerless. |
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What statement about regrettable talk is incorrect? |
| | A) | Usually such statements harm the relationship to the point that it can not be repaired. |
| | B) | Usually people realize immediately when they say something inappropriate. |
| | C) | This involves saying something inappropriate and embarrassing someone. |
| | D) | More often than not, no harm was intended by the speaker. |
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In the discussion of communication problems, the overriding assessment is that |
| | A) | the most important factor is nonverbal communication. |
| | B) | the partner's response to the first comment determines how the quarrel will proceed. |
| | C) | the way something is said is the most crucial factor. |
| | D) | whether the criticism is constructive is a major aspect. |
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In analyzing criticism, which statement is TRUE? |
| | A) | Criticism is seen as negative when it is given in front of others. |
| | B) | The most common target is personal appearance, according to studies. |
| | C) | Criticism usually originates from the lower-status person who resents being in a powerless position. |
| | D) | Only bad criticism contains negative words. |
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Considering defensive communication, which of the following categories of behavior describes a supportive climate? |
| | A) | strategy |
| | B) | neutrality |
| | C) | provisionalism |
| | D) | certainty |
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When one partner tries to defend himself or herself from the remarks of the other, it is known as |
| | A) | avoidance communication. |
| | B) | empathetic communication. |
| | C) | defensive communication. |
| | D) | compliant communication. |
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What is the correct order for the first three steps in conflict resolution? |
| | A) | discussing shared goals, an intrapersonal evaluation, an interpersonal definition |
| | B) | an interpersonal definition, discussing shared goals, an intrapersonal evaluation |
| | C) | an intrapersonal evaluation, an interpersonal definition, discussing shared goals |
| | D) | an interpersonal definition, an intrapersonal evaluation, discussing shared goals |
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Which statement correctly describes the process of conflict resolution? |
| | A) | It is an effort to agree on a win-win solution. |
| | B) | If the steps are carefully followed, it is virtually foolproof. |
| | C) | A third party who is neutral is needed to help the partners negotiate. |
| | D) | It is dangerous to wait too long after finishing the process for an overall assessment. |
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What is the name of this stage of conflict resolution when the partners get together to work out their definition of the problem, being careful to listen to each other and to talk assertively? |
| | A) | evaluating the costs and rewards |
| | B) | listening empathically |
| | C) | agreeing on an interpersonal definition of the problem |
| | D) | describing a win-win situation |
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The author suggests that there are three principal techniques for recovery in unhappy unions. Which of the following is NOT one of those techniques? |
| | A) | endurance |
| | B) | co-dependency |
| | C) | work ethic |
| | D) | personal happiness |
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In examining the Internet and relationships, the author provides a number of tips for making the transition from the virtual world to the real world. Which of these is NOT one of those tips? |
| | A) | Don't provide personal information. |
| | B) | Be honest. |
| | C) | Meet the person as soon as possible. |
| | D) | Chat on the phone. |
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Considering the experimenting stage, |
| | A) | it always lasts a few days. |
| | B) | it always lasts a few weeks. |
| | C) | it always lasts a short time. |
| | D) | it can last for years. |
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The final stage of the process of conflict resolution is evaluating the solution. Which statement best describes this stage? |
| | A) | It should take place within 24 hours of the partners' final agreement on the best solution, while memories are still fresh. |
| | B) | It should involve a trained negotiator, even if the rest of the process has not. |
| | C) | It should always lead to a win-win situation, if the steps have been followed properly. |
| | D) | It should be done some time later, because human behavior does not change overnight. |
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In all stages, there are five choices. Which of these is NOT one of those choices noted by the author? |
| | A) | continuing to move forward |
| | B) | stagnating |
| | C) | going backward |
| | D) | speeding up |
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