Although he doesn't understand why, Rick finds that his attraction to his girlfriend is intensified when she flirts with other men
Rick's increased attraction may be caused by his
a. denial of his anger.
b. secondary appraisal of his girlfriend's worth.
c. frustration at not being able to change the situation.
d. attribution of his emotional arousal as attraction.
ANSWER: d
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