Which one of the following perceptual or cognitive effects is associated with the state of being in love with someone?

a) Viewing one’s partner as less interesting than the partner views himself or herself
b) Considering one’s relationship as better than the relationships of other people
c) Maximizing any faults one’s partner may have
d) Misperceiving the partner’s weaknesses as strengths


b) Considering one’s relationship as better than the relationships of other people

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_____ comprise(s) a set of behaviors, attitudes and emotions that are generally socially expected for men and women in a given culture

a. Gender identity b. Sexual orientation c. Gender roles d. Self-concept

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Sam and Naomi have been married for twenty years and have two sons, ages fifteen and seventeen. Although they have mutual respect for one another, the "passion" and "excitement" from years past has long since left the relationship

Both want to separate, but they are staying in a committed relationship while their sons are still living at home. What term, from the triangular theory of love, best describes Sam and Naomi's relationship? a. loveless love c. empty love b. numb love d. hardened love

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When a rape victim is treated at a hospital, chances are that she will NOT be informed of emergency contraceptive options or given information about the risks of contracting sexually transmitted infections

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is true of gender socialization?

A. Gender socialization begins when an individual reaches adulthood. B. There are stark differences in the way parents treat boys and girls. C. Socialization is initially largely carried out by the peer group, with little influence from parents. D. Parents strongly encourage their children to take part in gender-typed activities.

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