According to Research Reported in Our Textbook,the Basic Tasks of Living

question 19

Multiple Choice

According to research reported in our textbook,the basic tasks of living together:

• A) create the most conflict.
• B) are the least problematic.
• C) become less conflicted over time.
• D) are so easily harmonized that more attention can be given to the really difficult areas of the relationship.

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Definitions:

Robert Cialdini

An American psychologist known for his work on the psychology of persuasion, compliance, and negotiation.

Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy whereby individuals create obstacles and excuses for themselves to avoid self-blame when they do poorly.

Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy by which people avoid effort in the hopes of keeping potential failure from hurting self-esteem.

Basking In Reflected Glory

A self-enhancement strategy where individuals associate themselves with successful others to improve their own self-esteem.