Question 1

If the beautiful-is-good effect is operating,we are likely to see those who are physically attractive as more competent,intelligent,and well-adjusted.

Accepted Answer

The beautiful-is-good effect suggests that we tend to make positive attributions about individuals who possess physical beauty, including assuming they are competent, intelligent, and well-adjusted. Therefore, if the effect is operating, we are likely to see physically attractive individuals as more competent, intelligent, and well-adjusted.

Question 2

If Aaron longs to be with his girlfriend Lauren who is away working on a summer internship,he is experiencing a loss of the intimacy component of love.

Accepted Answer

The longing to be with someone who is away is more related to the passion component of love, which involves physical attraction and emotional connection, rather than the intimacy component, which involves closeness and sharing.

Question 3

Loving is based on the three components of intimacy,caring,and attachment.

Accepted Answer

According to the Triangular Theory of Love proposed by psychologist Robert Sternberg, love is based on the three components of intimacy (feelings of closeness and connection), caring (concern for the well-being of the other person), and attachment (feelings of emotional dependence).

Question 4

According to the mere exposure effect,we are more likely to form relationships with those with whom we have frequent contact.

Accepted Answer

The mere exposure effect states that repeated exposure to a stimulus (including people) leads to a greater liking or preference for that stimulus. Therefore, if we have frequent contact with someone, we are more likely to like and form a relationship with them due to the consistent exposure.

Question 5

If someone offers you rewards you believe you deserve,you are less likely to feel attracted to better rewards that you can get elsewhere.

Accepted Answer

People are generally motivated to seek better rewards if they believe they can obtain them elsewhere, even if they are currently receiving rewards they feel they deserve.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

If two partners' perceptions of their relationship differ, they may not have a shared understanding of the relationship's nature and goals, which can lead to misunderstandings and conflict.

Question 7

Impersonal communication allows partners to really get to know one another.

Accepted Answer

Impersonal communication does not involve personal information or emotions, and therefore may not facilitate deep understanding and connection between partners. Personal communication, on the other hand, allows partners to truly get to know one another.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A potential partner may offer not only financial wealth but also personality traits such as kindness, intelligence, humor, and loyalty. These resources can enhance the relationship and provide long-term benefits that money alone cannot provide.

Question 9

According to social exchange theory,we are more attracted to those we perceive can offer us rewards versus costs.

Accepted Answer

Social exchange theory proposes that humans are motivated by self-interest and seek out social relationships that offer them the greatest rewards at the lowest costs. Therefore, we are more likely to be attracted to individuals who we perceive can offer us benefits, such as companionship, emotional support, and resources, than those who we perceive may be costly or demanding.

Question 10

The longer we are with our relational partner,the less passionate love we will feel toward him or her.

Accepted Answer

According to the theory of romantic love, passionate love typically decreases over time in long-term relationships as the initial intense emotions fade and are replaced by a deeper and more stable companionate love.

Question 11

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.

Accepted Answer

According to social exchange theory, if the costs and rewards are seen as balanced between both partners in a relationship, it is more likely that both partners will be satisfied with the relationship.

Question 12

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.

Accepted Answer

While friendships may be chosen, they are typically less stable and can be easier to end than familial or romantic relationships.

Question 13

Most of our relationships never progress beyond the experimenting stage of Knapp's relationship development model.

Accepted Answer

According to Knapp's model, not all relationships progress through all stages, and some may not progress beyond the experimenting stage. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 14

If we find out that someone whom we like also likes us in return,our relational attraction increases.

Accepted Answer

When we discover that someone we like also likes us in return, it often leads to a mutual increase in attraction and a greater potential for a romantic or interpersonal relationship to develop. Studies have shown that mutual liking is a key factor in the formation and maintenance of close relationships.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

According to the text, passionate love tends to decline over time, suggesting that it is not necessarily related to relationship duration.

Question 16

Liking is comprised of feelings of affection and respect.

Accepted Answer

Liking involves having positive emotions towards someone or something, such as affection and respect.

Question 17

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.

Accepted Answer

The mere exposure effect states that repeated exposure to a stimulus can increase one's liking and preference for it. Therefore, if Jon and Megan spend time together despite initially disliking each other, they may eventually develop positive feelings towards each other as a result of the increased exposure.

Question 18

Knapp's relationship development model suggests that our relationships must follow specific stages without skipping stages,or jumping forward or backward.

Accepted Answer

Knapp's model outlines stages of relational development, but it recognizes that relationships can move back and forth between stages, not strictly requiring a linear progression without skipping or revisiting stages.

Question 19

According to the mere exposure effect,you are less likely to be attracted to those whom you see often or have frequent contact with.

Accepted Answer

According to the mere exposure effect, repeated exposure to a person or stimulus can increase liking and attraction towards it. Therefore, the statement is false.

Question 20

If Marc and Stefan are dating and begin to refer to one another as "babe" and identify as "we" not "you or I," they are probably in the intensifying stage of relationship development.

Accepted Answer

The intensifying stage involves increased intimacy and use of terms of endearment, and identifying as a unit rather than as separate individuals.

Quiz 9: Principles of Interpersonal Communication