Howard Markman and His Colleagues Have Been Studying 150 Couples

question 68

Multiple Choice

Howard Markman and his colleagues have been studying 150 couples at yearly intervals to determine those factors most responsible for marital success. They found that
____ is the single biggest predictor of marital success over time.

• A)family background
• B)religious faith
• C)communication skills/constructive arguing
• D)having few differences

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Definitions:

Difficult Situations

Scenarios that are challenging or problematic to navigate, often requiring careful thought, planning, and communication to resolve.

Tact And Empathy

The ability to handle delicate situations with sensitivity and understanding, recognizing and responding appropriately to others' feelings and perspectives.

Employees' Perceptions

The way employees view or understand their workplace, culture, management, and overall job environment.

Androgyny

The combination of masculine and feminine characteristics into an ambiguous form, often pertaining to one’s gender expression or identity.