The text points out that in some cases, offended spouses believe that their partners have changed after marriage. From the standpoint of ________ theory, it is not the partner who has changed but the respondent's perception of his or her partner.

A. symbolic interactionist
B. conflict
C. exchange
D. systems


Answer: A

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