Over Time, as a Relationship Matures, It Is Common for Romantic

question 167

Multiple Choice

Over time, as a relationship matures, it is common for romantic relationships to progress from __________ love to ___________ love.

• A) passionate; companionate
• B) companionate; empty
• C) passionate; fatuous
• D) companionate; fatuous

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Definitions:

Negative Emotions

Feelings such as anger, fear, and frustration that can adversely affect the outcomes of negotiations or conflict resolutions.

Irrational Escalation Of Commitment

A phenomenon where people increase their investment or continue a course of action beyond a rational point due to their past commitments.

Negative Emotions

are feelings that are considered to be harmful or unfavorable to one’s psychological well-being, such as sadness, anger, or fear.

Escalate Conflict

To increase the intensity or severity of a dispute or disagreement.