Which of the Following Statements About the Course of Romantic

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the course of romantic love between partners over the life span is true?

• A) Feelings of romantic love rise dramatically early and then increase gradually over time.
• B) The gap between ideal and experienced love widens over time.
• C) Romantic love is less of an issue for older Americans because they grew up in an era when love was less important for marriage. (This is likely a cohort effect.)
• D) The fantasy, novelty, and arousal decline in committed relationships, which relates to the decline of romantic love.

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