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

question 52

Multiple Choice

John Gottman and colleagues found that same-sex couples were more positive than heterosexualcouples 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) Heterosexual couples typically tend to value discussing conflict in their relationships more so than do same-sex couples.
• D) Heterosexual couples typically tend to value equality more so than do same-sex couples.

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