Aulette Discussed Multiple Kinds of Power as Features of Married

question 59

Multiple Choice

Aulette discussed multiple kinds of power as features of married life.Power is more than being able to force someone to do something or making the decisions.It also includes the ability to

• A)manipulate spouses psychologically.
• B)force one's definition of reality on others.
• C)control information needed for decision making.
• D)generate tension release in stressful situations.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Sets

Psychological mechanisms that influence how people perceive and interpret sensory information based on their expectations and prior experiences.

Internal Factor

An influence, element, or condition within an organization that affects its operations and outcomes.

Person Perception

The process of forming impressions and making judgments about other people's traits, intentions, and behaviors.

Perceiver Characteristics

Attributes or traits of the individual observing and interpreting others' behaviors, such as biases, attitudes, experiences, and personality, that affect their perceptions.