Is Integration of Positive and Negative Perceptions of the Partner

question 45

Essay

Is integration of positive and negative perceptions of the partner good or bad for a relationship?

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable in an experimental setting that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In research, the variable that is being tested and measured to see if it is affected by changes in another variable (the independent variable).

Confederates

Individuals who are part of an experiment but pretend to be participants, often used to manipulate social interactions within the experiment.

Sociogram

A visual representation or diagram that maps the relationships and social interactions within a group.