True-or-False Questions

Question 10.15

1. The feelings associated with passionate love only occur after adolescence.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 201.

Question 10.16

2. We are happiest when we perceive we have more benefits in our relationship than our partner.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 207.

Question 10.17

3. The mere exposure effect suggests that the more you are around someone, the more likely you are to find him or her attractive.

A.
B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 205.

Question 10.18

4. While “birds of a feather flock together” is a catchy phrase, in most situations opposites attract.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 206.

Question 10.19

5. Men and women equally see commitment to their partner as an important part of their romantic relationships.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 204.

Question 10.20

6. Small talk serves an important function during courtship.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 209.

Question 10.21

7. A romantic partner who feels underbenefited will generally experience negative emotions such as guilt.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 207.

Question 10.22

8. Self-reliance is a jealousy-reducing strategy.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 220.

Question 10.23

9. The most destructive form of betrayal is sexual infidelity.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 218.

Question 10.24

10. Deception can actually help a relationship because it forces partners to discover the truth about each other’s feelings.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 219.

Question 10.25

11. The ritual of marriage is an example of the integrating stage of a relationship.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on pages 209 - 210.

Question 10.26

12. Feeling comfortable sharing secret fears or sensitive topics with a partner is essential to maintaining a sense of intimacy.

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B.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer can be found on page 215.