List and describe four definitions of relationship maintenance. Argue for the definition you prefer.
What will be an ideal response?
Relational maintenance involves keeping a relationship in existence; relational maintenance involves keeping a relationship in a specific state or condition or at a stable level of intimacy so that the status quo is maintained; relational maintenance can involve keeping a relationship in satisfactory condition; relational maintenance involves keeping a relationship in repair.
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A) news organizations going to 24 hour formats B) more brief headline stories C) the power of television to interest people in faraway issues D) Atlanta replacing Washington as the nation's news capital
What general legal principle can be derived from the Supreme Court case of Miami Herald Co. v. Tornillo?
What will be an ideal response?
One possible explanation for the effects of inoculation is:
a. exposure to counterarguments stimulates counterarguing b. exposure to a weak argument diminishes the credibility of the opposing side c. the refutation of the weak argument increases ego-involvement d. inoculation makes the issue more salient
The use of abusive language by group members can damage relationships, reduce group productivity, and devastate group morale, teamwork, and loyalty. All of the following strategies can help stop, minimize, and/or effectively confront verbal abuse EXCEPT:
a) Express your objection and explain that you are offended. b) Raise your voice and return the insult using strong, aggressive language. c) Ask the person to repeat what she or he said. d) Take a "time out" when a discussion becomes uncomfortable or abusive. e) Point out that abusive language violates group norms and/or organization policies.