Exam 9: Principles of Interpersonal Communication

Interpersonal communication can be defined as

Someone you're interested in makes it clear that he or she is also interested in you._______

Darren and Cris have been dating only a month;however,they have an intense attraction and can't stand to be apart.What are they experiencing?

A state of intense emotional and physical longing for union with another._______

The more we see someone,the more we like him or her._______

A new neighbor moves next door and you see him or her often in the halls,at the mailboxes,and in the parking lot.The more you see this person the more interesting they seem.What factor of attraction are you experiencing?

Intense emotional connection._______

A relationship with a mentor is considered a _____ relationship.

Relational stage where partners exchange demographic information with one another._______

When you view others as I-Thou,you see things from another's point of view allowing a personal relationship to form.

According to the text,passionate love is related to relationship duration.

In the final stage of coming apart,terminating,relational partners may engage in which of the following behaviors?

If two partners' perceptions of their relationship differ,they do not have a romantic relationship.

According to social exchange theory,relational attraction can be described according to the following dimensions EXCEPT

The resources a potential partner may offer include personality as well as financial wealth.

Regina and Juan have been dating for six months.They have shared much personal information with each other via self-disclosure and even use pet names to refer to one another.Which of the following stages are they in at this point in their relationship?

If Jon and Megan initially dislike one another,according to the mere exposure effect,they may find each other attractive as they spend time together.

Despite the fact that we have more freedom to choose our friendships than any other relationship type,they are less stable,more likely to change,and easier to end than familial or romantic relationships.

If you perceive that the costs and rewards are balanced between you and your partner,you are more likely to be satisfied with your relationship.

Voluntary interpersonal relationships characterized by intimacy and liking._______