Question 1

When relationship research is written about in the popular media,reporting tends to emphasize _____,whereas the empirical science focuses on _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  consistent results;provocative findings 
B)  provocative findings;consistent results 
C)  accuracy;reliability 
D)  reliability;accuracy

Question 2

How well can researchers predict marital outcomes?

Accepted Answer

A)  with greater than 90 percent accuracy in specific samples 
B)  with greater than 90 percent accuracy using the same procedures across diverse samples 
C)  with 65 percent accuracy at best 
D)  not accurately at all

Question 3

Delia loves to travel and loves exploring and being surprised about what is around the next corner.She does not like to plan ahead too much because she believes that you never know where you'll be at the end of the day.Her partner,Sal,likes to plan ahead and learn where all the sights are and to book the best hotels based on their budget.This difference is the cause of much arguing,and,for their upcoming trip,Delia is trying to convince Sal to book a "last minute" surprise trip on a website where they would not even know their destination until the trip was booked.In contrast,Sal has developed a day-by-day plan for a trip to Italy.What best describes the situation in which Delia and Sal have found themselves? Delia and Sal:

Accepted Answer

A)  have polarized around the issue of planning. 
B)  are engaging in negative reciprocity. 
C)  probably have low levels of epinephrine as a result of their conflict. 
D)  are positively reinforcing each other's position in the conflict.

Question 4

When Sandy says something mean during an argument,Ali is upset but tries to respond to her concerns with warmth.What is this called?

Accepted Answer

A)  positive reciprocity 
B)  negative reinforcement 
C)  cognitive editing 
D)  positive reinforcement

Question 5

Jonathan and Gurmit have been married 10 years.What are they most likely to disagree about?

Accepted Answer

A)  intimacy and money 
B)  money and communication 
C)  children and intimacy 
D)  children and communication

Question 6

Which of the following statements about the relationship between mismanaged conflict and relationship satisfaction is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mismanaged conflict inevitably leads to lower relationship satisfaction. 
B)  Relationship satisfaction only decreases among couples who do not constructively manage conflict. 
C)  Poor problem-solving skills consistently predict lower levels of relationship satisfaction only when combined with high levels of positive affect. 
D)  Negative skills have a negative effect on relationship satisfaction only when combined with low levels of positive affect.

Question 7

Oussama has a negative view of himself and obsesses over his relationship with his partner,Salma.Oussama most likely has a(n)_____ attachment style and uses _____ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

Accepted Answer

A)  avoidant;good 
B)  anxious;good 
C)  avoidant;poor 
D)  anxious;poor

Question 8

In laboratory studies of observed marital behavior,unconditional probabilities capture the ________ of particular interaction events,while conditional probabilities capture the ________ of interaction events.

Accepted Answer

A)  pattern;sequence 
B)  affect;overt behaviors 
C)  affect;rates 
D)  percentage;patterns

Question 9

The demand/withdraw pattern often leads couples to adopt _____ positions in their argument.

Accepted Answer

A)  similar 
B)  reasonable 
C)  aggressive 
D)  polarized

Question 10

Which of the following responses is most reflective of a positive solution for someone who is upset with their partner's lack of time at home?

Accepted Answer

A)  "You've got to be kidding me! You are never home to help me with anything.I do all the work while you go off and spend time with your friends." 
B)  "It seems as if we can't stop arguing about all the little details.I just don't understand what's changed." 
C)  "I feel sad whenever these issues arise.I just don't want to have to talk about them because they bring about so many negative memories of when we were in school." 
D)  "I also realize that's an issue and I've decided to stop going every morning.I can limit it to just once a week and it will allow me to focus more on you and the kids."

Question 11

Cognitive editing occurs when a partner hears something ________ but responds in a ________ way.

Accepted Answer

A)  positive;neutral 
B)  positive;negative 
C)  neutral or negative;positive 
D)  negative;neutral or positive

Question 12

In a videotaped discussion,a husband says,"I feel really uncomfortable whenever we discuss our sexual relationship." How would you code the husband's statement?

Accepted Answer

A)  self-disclosure 
B)  disagreement 
C)  positive solution 
D)  criticism

Question 13

According to the textbook,couples can use a variety of strategies for conflict resolution.Strategies such as blaming one's partner for the problem and delivering ultimatums are considered ________ strategies;looking for points of and working toward agreement are considered ________ strategies.

Accepted Answer

A)  constructive;destructive 
B)  destructive;constructive 
C)  demand/withdraw;cognitive editing 
D)  cognitive editing;talk table

Question 14

Describe the associations between stress hormones,negative behaviors,and relationship satisfaction.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

Reagan believes that most people are trustworthy and does not feel threatened by his partner,Tanner.Reagan most likely has a(n)_____ attachment style and uses _____ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

Accepted Answer

A)  avoidant;good 
B)  anxious;poor 
C)  secure;good 
D)  secure;poor

Question 16

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from our different religious backgrounds." Her husband responds,"Yes,I think you're right.Our perceptions and values vary a lot because of our beliefs." How would you code the husband's response?

Accepted Answer

A)  problem description 
B)  agreement 
C)  positive solution 
D)  criticism

Question 17

What role does coercion play in relationships?

Accepted Answer

A)  Many individuals end relationships immediately if they sense their partner is coercive. 
B)  While coercion may appease partners temporarily,it will likely lead to discontent. 
C)  Coercion is a useful tool to resolve partners' differences. 
D)  Neither partner can be content when their relationship is coercive.

Question 18

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from a lack of trust." How would you code the wife's statement?

Accepted Answer

A)  problem description 
B)  disagreement 
C)  positive solution 
D)  criticism

Question 19

How does Arthur Schopenhauer's parable of porcupines relate to relationship disagreement?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Conflict occurs when one partner pursues his/her _____ in such a way that it interferes with the other partner's _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  goals;goals 
B)  needs;needs 
C)  goals;needs 
D)  needs;goals

Exam 10: Conflict

When relationship research is written about in the popular media,reporting tends to emphasize _,whereas the empirical science focuses on ___.

How well can researchers predict marital outcomes?

When Sandy says something mean during an argument,Ali is upset but tries to respond to her concerns with warmth.What is this called?

Jonathan and Gurmit have been married 10 years.What are they most likely to disagree about?

Which of the following statements about the relationship between mismanaged conflict and relationship satisfaction is accurate?

Oussama has a negative view of himself and obsesses over his relationship with his partner,Salma.Oussama most likely has a(n) _ attachment style and uses _ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

In laboratory studies of observed marital behavior,unconditional probabilities capture the of particular interaction events,while conditional probabilities capture the of interaction events.

The demand/withdraw pattern often leads couples to adopt _____ positions in their argument.

Which of the following responses is most reflective of a positive solution for someone who is upset with their partner's lack of time at home?

Cognitive editing occurs when a partner hears something but responds in a way.

In a videotaped discussion,a husband says,"I feel really uncomfortable whenever we discuss our sexual relationship." How would you code the husband's statement?

According to the textbook,couples can use a variety of strategies for conflict resolution.Strategies such as blaming one's partner for the problem and delivering ultimatums are considered strategies;looking for points of and working toward agreement are considered strategies.

Describe the associations between stress hormones,negative behaviors,and relationship satisfaction.

Reagan believes that most people are trustworthy and does not feel threatened by his partner,Tanner.Reagan most likely has a(n) _ attachment style and uses _ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from our different religious backgrounds." Her husband responds,"Yes,I think you're right.Our perceptions and values vary a lot because of our beliefs." How would you code the husband's response?

What role does coercion play in relationships?

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from a lack of trust." How would you code the wife's statement?

How does Arthur Schopenhauer's parable of porcupines relate to relationship disagreement?

Conflict occurs when one partner pursues his/her _ in such a way that it interferes with the other partner's _.

Exam 10: Conflict

When relationship research is written about in the popular media,reporting tends to emphasize _____,whereas the empirical science focuses on _______.

How well can researchers predict marital outcomes?

When Sandy says something mean during an argument,Ali is upset but tries to respond to her concerns with warmth.What is this called?

Jonathan and Gurmit have been married 10 years.What are they most likely to disagree about?

Which of the following statements about the relationship between mismanaged conflict and relationship satisfaction is accurate?

Oussama has a negative view of himself and obsesses over his relationship with his partner,Salma.Oussama most likely has a(n) _____ attachment style and uses _____ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

In laboratory studies of observed marital behavior,unconditional probabilities capture the ________ of particular interaction events,while conditional probabilities capture the ________ of interaction events.

The demand/withdraw pattern often leads couples to adopt _____ positions in their argument.

Which of the following responses is most reflective of a positive solution for someone who is upset with their partner's lack of time at home?

Cognitive editing occurs when a partner hears something ________ but responds in a ________ way.

In a videotaped discussion,a husband says,"I feel really uncomfortable whenever we discuss our sexual relationship." How would you code the husband's statement?

According to the textbook,couples can use a variety of strategies for conflict resolution.Strategies such as blaming one's partner for the problem and delivering ultimatums are considered ________ strategies;looking for points of and working toward agreement are considered ________ strategies.

Describe the associations between stress hormones,negative behaviors,and relationship satisfaction.

Reagan believes that most people are trustworthy and does not feel threatened by his partner,Tanner.Reagan most likely has a(n) _____ attachment style and uses _____ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from our different religious backgrounds." Her husband responds,"Yes,I think you're right.Our perceptions and values vary a lot because of our beliefs." How would you code the husband's response?

What role does coercion play in relationships?

In a videotaped discussion,a wife says,"I think that most of our arguments stem from a lack of trust." How would you code the wife's statement?

How does Arthur Schopenhauer's parable of porcupines relate to relationship disagreement?

Conflict occurs when one partner pursues his/her _____ in such a way that it interferes with the other partner's _____.

When relationship research is written about in the popular media,reporting tends to emphasize _,whereas the empirical science focuses on ___.

Oussama has a negative view of himself and obsesses over his relationship with his partner,Salma.Oussama most likely has a(n) _ attachment style and uses _ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

In laboratory studies of observed marital behavior,unconditional probabilities capture the of particular interaction events,while conditional probabilities capture the of interaction events.

Cognitive editing occurs when a partner hears something but responds in a way.

According to the textbook,couples can use a variety of strategies for conflict resolution.Strategies such as blaming one's partner for the problem and delivering ultimatums are considered strategies;looking for points of and working toward agreement are considered strategies.

Reagan believes that most people are trustworthy and does not feel threatened by his partner,Tanner.Reagan most likely has a(n) _ attachment style and uses _ conflict management strategies in his relationship.

Conflict occurs when one partner pursues his/her _ in such a way that it interferes with the other partner's _.