Erik sees Alexandra every day in his history class, but has never talked with her. Erik likes the way Alexandra looks, including the way she dresses and how she wears her hair. He's even more attracted to her apparent intelligence and the way she speaks during class discussions. He'd like to know more about her. Erik is probably in the __________ stage of any relationship that might develop between them.

A. turmoil
B. preinteraction awareness
C. acquaintance
D. exploration


Answer: B

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