Reggie and Luna are a couple whose friends notice them getting into arguments frequently. Yet the two seem to have a happy and satisfying relationship overall. According to researchers, which of the following is most likely to explain this apparent contradiction?
A. They share many important similarities, which creates a feeling of closeness that counteracts the frequent arguments.
B. They are likely supportive in important situations, so arguments about relatively minor things are not as harmful.
C. They are likely less happy than they seem, because frequent arguments outweigh many other factors when determining relationship satisfaction.
D. They probably have far more positive interactions, which counteract the smaller number of arguments.
Answer: D
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