Question 1

What is the difference between a symmetrical relationship and a complementary relationship?

Accepted Answer

In a symmetrical relationship, power is balanced; in a complementary relationship, power is unbalanced.

Question 2

Happy couples are more likely to avoid personal attacks during conflicts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Which power currency is linked to charisma, communication, and humor?

Accepted Answer

A)  personal currency 
B)  social network currency 
C)  resource currency 
D)  intimacy currency 
E)  expertise currency 
A)  personal currency 
B)  social network currency 
C)  resource currency 
D)  intimacy currency 
E)  expertise currency A

Question 4

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-The sudden withdrawal of one person from a conflict.

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship 
A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship

Question 5

Reactivity is an effective conflict-management style through which relational partners can constructively vent their feelings before discussing resolutions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

On average, people report having seven conflicts a week with relatives, friends, and lovers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-A type of avoidance in which one jokes about a conflict or changes the topic.

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship 
A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship

Question 8

Money, property, and food are examples of resource currency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-Power that comes from material things such as money or property.

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship 
A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship

Question 10

If an auto repair shop charges high labor rates, yet you are willing to pay the rates because of the shop's excellent reputation and skilled mechanics, what type of power currency is represented?

Accepted Answer

A)  resource currency 
B)  expertise currency 
C)  social network currency 
D)  personal currency 
E)  intimacy currency 
A)  resource currency 
B)  expertise currency 
C)  social network currency 
D)  personal currency 
E)  intimacy currency

Question 11

A key risk of using competition to manage conflict is escalation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Why is collaboration considered to be the most constructive strategy for managing conflict? Describe four strategies that can be used for collaboratively managing conflict.

Accepted Answer

Collaboration tends to increase relation

Question 13

Collaborative conflict management means

Accepted Answer

A)  attacking the problem, not the person. 
B)  focusing on common interests. 
C)  developing creative options before making decisions. 
D)  evaluating your solutions. 
E)  all of the options are correct 
A)  attacking the problem, not the person. 
B)  focusing on common interests. 
C)  developing creative options before making decisions. 
D)  evaluating your solutions. 
E)  all of the options are correct

Question 14

Separation is an unproductive long-term strategy for dealing with conflict.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Pseudo-conflict is a risk that results from engaging in avoidance as a conflict strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What are some ways to reduce the likelihood of violence in your relationship?

Accepted Answer

Some ways to reduce the likelihood of vi

Question 17

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-A principle stating that people with moderate power tend to use controlling communication.

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship 
A)  accommodation 
B)  avoidance 
C)  collaboration 
D)  competition 
E)  complementary relationship
F) compromise
G) conflict
H) demand-withdraw pattern
I) dirty secrets
J) Dyadic Power Theory
K) expertise currency
L) integrative agreements
M) intimacy currency
N) kitchen-sinking
O) personal currency
P) power
Q) pseudo-conflict
R) resource currency
S) separation
T) skirting
U) sniping
V) social network currency
W) structural improvements
X) sudden-death statements
Y) symmetrical relationship

Question 18

People with moderate power are less likely to use controlling communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following statements is NOT true about how gender influences conflict management?

Accepted Answer

A)  Men are encouraged to avoid conflict. 
B)  Women are encouraged to avoid conflict. 
C)  Women are likely to accommodate. 
D)  Men are likely to compete. 
E)  Men are socialized to use violence during conflict. 
A)  Men are encouraged to avoid conflict. 
B)  Women are encouraged to avoid conflict. 
C)  Women are likely to accommodate. 
D)  Men are likely to compete. 
E)  Men are socialized to use violence during conflict.

Question 20

Define pseudo-conflict.

Accepted Answer

Pseudo-conflict is the percept

What is the difference between a symmetrical relationship and a complementary relationship?

Happy couples are more likely to avoid personal attacks during conflicts.

Which power currency is linked to charisma, communication, and humor?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -The sudden withdrawal of one person from a conflict.

Reactivity is an effective conflict-management style through which relational partners can constructively vent their feelings before discussing resolutions.

On average, people report having seven conflicts a week with relatives, friends, and lovers.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -A type of avoidance in which one jokes about a conflict or changes the topic.

Money, property, and food are examples of resource currency.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Power that comes from material things such as money or property.

If an auto repair shop charges high labor rates, yet you are willing to pay the rates because of the shop's excellent reputation and skilled mechanics, what type of power currency is represented?

A key risk of using competition to manage conflict is escalation.

Why is collaboration considered to be the most constructive strategy for managing conflict? Describe four strategies that can be used for collaboratively managing conflict.

Collaborative conflict management means

Separation is an unproductive long-term strategy for dealing with conflict.

Pseudo-conflict is a risk that results from engaging in avoidance as a conflict strategy.

What are some ways to reduce the likelihood of violence in your relationship?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -A principle stating that people with moderate power tend to use controlling communication.

People with moderate power are less likely to use controlling communication.

Which of the following statements is NOT true about how gender influences conflict management?

Define pseudo-conflict.

Introducing Interpersonal Communication

Considering Self

Perceiving Others

Experiencing and Expressing Emotions

Understanding Culture

Listening Actively

Communicating Verbally

Communicating Nonverbally

Relationships With Romantic Partners

Relationships With Family Members

Relationships With Friends

Filters

Exam 9: Managing Conflict and Power

What is the difference between a symmetrical relationship and a complementary relationship?

Happy couples are more likely to avoid personal attacks during conflicts.

Which power currency is linked to charisma, communication, and humor?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -The sudden withdrawal of one person from a conflict.

Reactivity is an effective conflict-management style through which relational partners can constructively vent their feelings before discussing resolutions.

On average, people report having seven conflicts a week with relatives, friends, and lovers.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -A type of avoidance in which one jokes about a conflict or changes the topic.

Money, property, and food are examples of resource currency.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Power that comes from material things such as money or property.

If an auto repair shop charges high labor rates, yet you are willing to pay the rates because of the shop's excellent reputation and skilled mechanics, what type of power currency is represented?

A key risk of using competition to manage conflict is escalation.

Why is collaboration considered to be the most constructive strategy for managing conflict? Describe four strategies that can be used for collaboratively managing conflict.

Collaborative conflict management means

Separation is an unproductive long-term strategy for dealing with conflict.

Pseudo-conflict is a risk that results from engaging in avoidance as a conflict strategy.

What are some ways to reduce the likelihood of violence in your relationship?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -A principle stating that people with moderate power tend to use controlling communication.

People with moderate power are less likely to use controlling communication.

Which of the following statements is NOT true about how gender influences conflict management?

Define pseudo-conflict.

Introducing Interpersonal Communication

Considering Self

Perceiving Others

Experiencing and Expressing Emotions

Understanding Culture

Listening Actively

Communicating Verbally

Communicating Nonverbally

Relationships With Romantic Partners

Relationships With Family Members

Relationships With Friends

Filters