Dr Cai Believes That the Demand-Withdraw Pattern of Communication in Male-Female

question 18

Multiple Choice

Dr. Cai believes that the demand-withdraw pattern of communication in male-female relationships is a result of women's low status in society. Which of the following is consistent with Dr. Cai's view?

• A) Men withdraw because they don't want change, since society is already structured in their favour.
• B) Men withdraw because they look down on women and therefore don't want to behave like women.
• C) Men withdraw because they are expected to withdraw as part of their sexual role.
• D) Men withdraw because they are genetically predisposed to avoid conflict.

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Definitions:

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a person from going back on a promise, even if it was not formally made as a contract, if it was reasonable to rely on that promise and doing so caused harm.

Refund

A repayment to someone of money they have previously paid.

Legal Obligation

A duty enforced by law whereby an individual or entity is required to perform or refrain from performing a certain action.

Consideration

In legal terms, it's something of value exchanged between parties in a contract, making the agreement binding.