A Couple Has Been Together for Several Years and They

question 194

Multiple Choice

A couple has been together for several years and they are now deciding whether to end their relationship. Based on Thibaut and Kelley's social exchange theory, one of the primary factors that will affect their decision is

• A)the relative rewards and costs that they experience when in the relationship
• B)their mate preference patterns, which are the products of learning and culturally defined roles
• C)the amount of personal self-disclosure that takes place in their relationship
• D)their mate preference patterns, which have been shaped by evolutionary forces

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Definitions:

Enjoy Time by Themselves

The preference or enjoyment of spending time alone as opposed to being in social settings, often for relaxation or introspection.

High Self-Esteem

High self-esteem refers to a positive evaluation of oneself, characterized by feelings of self-worth, confidence, and respect for oneself.

Western Culture

A term describing societies influenced by European traditions, often focusing on values like democracy, rationality, and individual rights.

Society

A structured community of people bound together by similar traditions, institutions, or nationality, often characterized by complex relations and collective goals.