Which one of these statements about attributions during conflict is accurate?

a) Attributional processes are fairly inactive during times of conflict.
b) During conflict, partners often selectively recall information that serves their own interests.
c) During times of conflict, partners tend to take a very positive and benign view of each other’s behavior.
d) Couples typically make very few attributions during times of conflict.


b) During conflict, partners often selectively recall information that serves their own interests.

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Which of the following relationship characteristics is most likely to be associated with a greater likelihood of infidelity?

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