HPER Ch 06 Quiz

Which of the following is TRUE about intimate relationships? Group of answer choices

They can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners.

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding same-sex couples? Group of answer choices

They seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do.

Which of the following is TRUE about communication patterns between men and women?

Women tend to be more expressive.

Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?

Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.

The first hint that a relationship may be in trouble is often

a change in communication.

Family consists of

a network of people that provides support, security, love, and a sense of belonging.

Both Ben and Betty see themselves as responsible for their own choices, decisions, and actions in their relationship, thus demonstrating their

accountability

Rico and Chris are close friends and classmates. Each day they are an important influence on each other's actions. This example BEST demonstrates their

behavioral interdependence.

After stubbing his toe, Tom told Connie that he was in agonizing pain. Connie said she believed him, but rolled her eyes. Tom most likely Group of answer choices

believed that Connie felt he was exaggerating his pain.

Kendra has decided to break up with her boyfriend. Which of the following actions should she take?

change the passwords she'd shared with him to her online accounts and pages

Lengthy cohabitation that is considered legally binding in some states is

common-law marriage.

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, the most complete, ideal type of love is

consummate love

Anthropologist Helen Fisher and other scientists have described attraction as Group of answer choices

feelings of elation and euphoria produced by neurochemicals.

People who frequently use social networking sites

have larger social networks than non-users, including offline.

As the end of the term approached, Hakim became increasingly anxious about failing calculus and losing his scholarship. His best friend, who had taken the class the semester before, reminded Hakim that he'd aced every exam thus far, told him that the final would cover the same topics, and suggested that Hakim closely review his prior exams. This example BEST illustrates

informational support.

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, love involves Group of answer choices

intimacy, passion, and commitment.

Social support may BEST help reduce stress by

making challenges look less forbidding.

In face-to-face conversations,

men frown more often than women, and women smile more often than men.

A relationship in which the partners are sexually involved only with each other is Group of answer choices

monogamous

Steve and Janelle are friends. When they meet weekly for coffee, they greet each other with a hug. This hug is an example of

nonverbal communication.

When Hiro confessed to Mina that he was attracted to her intelligence, sense of humor, and concern for others, Mina told him that she admired the same qualities in him. This is an example of Group of answer choices

reciprocity

Friendships

require time, effort, and commitment.

Which of the following statements about marriage is TRUE? Group of answer choices

Rates of smoking and alcohol abuse are lower in married couples.

Javier wants to talk with Stephan about his frustration related to Stephan's excessive spending, but as he is speaking, Stephan keeps texting on his cell phone. This is an example of what pattern common in troubled relationships? Group of answer choices

stonewalling

In a healthy relationship,

you're honest with yourself and each other.