In Sternberg's Model of Love, the Desire to Maintain the Relationship

question 101

Multiple Choice

In Sternberg's model of love, the desire to maintain the relationship through good times and bad times is called

• A)love.
• B)passion.
• C)intimacy.
• D)commitment.
• E)reciprocity.

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Definitions:

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