Desiree and Johan have been dating for several months. One night, Desiree says, "We've been dating for a while now. I'm wondering if we have a future together." Johan responds, "I hope so. I've been wondering myself if we might want to make our relationship more formal." Desiree says, "What did you have in mind?" Johan says, "Well, I don't think an engagement is right just now. But I would like us to commit to dating exclusively." Desiree says, "That was kind of my thinking, too." What strategy for escalating or maintaining a relationship are they employing?

A. expressing emotions
B. social decentering and adapting
C. engaging in relationship talk
D. seeking compliance


Answer: C

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