Although He Doesn't Understand Why, Rick Finds That His Attraction

question 234

Multiple Choice

Although he doesn't understand why, Rick finds that his attraction to his girlfriend is intensified when she flirts with other men. Rick's increased attraction may be caused by his

• A)denial of his anger.
• B)secondary appraisal of his girlfriend's worth.
• C)frustration at not being able to change the situation.
• D)attribution of his emotional arousal as attraction.

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Definitions:

Dominant Gene

A gene that expresses its phenotype over another gene (recessive gene) when both are present in a single organism.

Klinefelter's Syndrome

A genetic condition affecting males, characterized by an extra X chromosome, which can lead to physical abnormalities and fertility issues.

XXY

A chromosomal condition known as Klinefelter syndrome, where males have an extra X chromosome.

Chromosomal Pattern

The specific arrangement and number of chromosomes found within a cell, which can influence genetic traits and conditions.