John Gottman and Colleagues Found That Same-Sex Couples Were More

question 77

Multiple Choice

John Gottman and colleagues found that same-sex couples were more positive than heterosexual couples when discussing areas of conflict in their relationships. Which of the following reasons do the researchers believe contribute to this difference?

• A) Same-sex couples typically tend to value equality more so than do heterosexual couples.
• B) Same-sex couples typically tend to value discussing conflict in their relationships more so than do heterosexual couples.
• C) Same-sex couples typically tend to use more nonverbal communication than do heterosexual couples.
• D) Same-sex couples typically have more rigid gender roles than do heterosexual couples.

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