One of the Major Contributions That Social Learning Theory Makes

question 55

Multiple Choice

One of the major contributions that social learning theory makes to the study of intimate relationships is that it:

• A) adopts the couple as the basic unit of analysis.
• B) explains how a couple's interactions can improve and decline over time within the same relationship.
• C) explains why some couples have better communication skills than other couples.
• D) accounts for why vulnerable couples may experience a decline in relationship satisfaction.

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