Audra and Alfonso argue and Alfonso storms out of the house. Audra calls Alfonso asking for forgiveness. He returns and they reconcile. Soon they fight again with Alfonso once again leaving. This is an example of a(n)
a. complementary style.
b. symmetrical style.
c. conflict ritual.
d. avoiding style.
e. win-lose.
Answer: c
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A. we should choose the appropriate verbal code to achieve our objectives. B. if we use profanity, other people should realize that we do not intend to offend them. C. exaggeration may lead people to think we are emotionally restrained. D. the language we use does not convey messages about our education level.
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a. Television may decrease some family interactions b. Television may increase some family interactions c. Television may increase relational happiness/satisfaction d. All of the above e. None of the above
Decision-making based on research is known as a(n) approach
A) theoretical B) heuristic C) experiential D) cognitive E) foolhardy
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a. controllers b. nonrevealers c. withholders d. frozen affectors