Despite Indulging in Unhealthy Behaviors Such as Eating Relatively High

question 3

Multiple Choice

Despite indulging in unhealthy behaviors such as eating relatively high amounts of saturated fat and smoking, French people have a relatively low occurrence of cardiovascular disease. This observation is called

• A) the French oxymoron.
• B) the French connection.
• C) the French bistro effect.
• D) the French paradox.

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Definitions:

Active Relationship Maintenance

Efforts made consciously by individuals in a relationship to preserve, protect, and enhance their connection.

Assurance

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Rule Of Reciprocity

A social norm where individuals feel obliged to return favors or kindness received from others.

Social Exchange Theory

The idea that interpersonal relationships are governed by perceptions of the rewards and costs exchanged in interactions.