When Comparing Heterosexual Marriages to Relationships in Gay Couples, Researchers

question 90

Multiple Choice

When comparing heterosexual marriages to relationships in gay couples, researchers have found that gay couples' relationships

• A) are somewhat more prone to breakups.
• B) function differently in terms of household chores.
• C) evolve in a similar social context.
• D) have higher levels of love and commitment.

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Definitions:

Inherent Quality

A characteristic or attribute that is a natural, essential part of something or someone.

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms or expectations, often leading to social sanction or stigma.

Social Stigma

The disapproval of, or discrimination against, individuals or groups based on perceivable social characteristics that serve to distinguish them from other members of society.

Atypicality

The characteristic of being unusual or not conforming to standard norms.