The Stage Is the First Stage in Knapp's Relational Development

question 13

Multiple Choice

The stage is the first stage in Knapp's Relational Development Model and is characterized by safe topics and discussion held on the surface level.

• A) integrating
• B) terminating
• C) initiating
• D) experimenting

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