Suppose You Are Conducting a Study in Which You Ask

question 165

Multiple Choice

Suppose you are conducting a study in which you ask middle-aged men and women why they have stayed married to each other. You would expect that the primary reason that men would give would be _________ and the primary reason women would give would be _____________.

• A) "my spouse is my best friend"; "for the sake of the children"
• B) "for the sake of the children"; "for financial reasons"
• C) "my spouse is my best friend"; "my spouse is my best friend"
• D) "for sexual reasons"; "for financial reasons"

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Definitions:

Deflect Attention

A method of avoiding focus or scrutiny by redirecting it towards something else.

Emotional Intelligence

The capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.

Compromise

A compromise is an agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.

Communication

The exchange of information, thoughts, messages, or emotions between individuals or groups through various means, including speaking, writing, or using common symbols.