There are a variety of types of expectancy violations in close relationships. Select three of them and discuss how they effect a relationship.

What will be an ideal response?


Analysis of criticism or accusation, relationship escalation, relationship de-escalation, uncharacteristic relational behavior, uncharacteristic social behavior, transgressions, acts of devotion, acts of disregard, gestures of inclusion.

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A. self-serving bias B. overattribution C. fundamental attribution error D. primary error

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Natalie liked her teacher's lectures because they were descriptive and helped her create a picture of what was being discussed. What characteristic is Natalie noticing?

A. clarity B. economy C. vividness D. rhythm

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If the first list in a presentation uses arrows to mark each item, the next should use

A. diamonds. B. arrows. C. black circles. D. squares.

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Rather than dictate what should be, which type of leader focuses more on guiding discussions than issuing commands?

A) authoritative B) transformational C) democratic D) laissez-faire

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