[Solved] The tendency for a new sexual partner to be arousing (more arousing than a familiar sexual partner) is known as ____. A) the Coolidge effect B) excitation transfer theory C) broaden-and-build theory D) erotic plasticity Self-Awareness: The recognition and understanding of one’s own emotions, thoughts, motives, and capabilities. Motivations: The reasons or driving forces behind individuals' actions or behaviors, which can stem from internal desires or external influences. Preferences: Individuals' tendencies to favor certain options, choices, or experiences over others, based on personal tastes or values. Big Five: A model describing human personality through five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.