Which of the following about sex and relationship functioning is true?
A) If one partner perceives that his or her mate is engaging in sex to avoid adverse outcomes (e.g., to prevent the partner from losing interest in the relationship), this tends to be detrimental to relationships.
B) Sexual frequency is more strongly linked than sexual satisfaction to relationship quality.
C) Relationship quality has little or no effect on later sexual functioning.
D) The association between sexual satisfaction and global relationship satisfaction is reciprocal.

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Research suggests that if one partner perceives that his or her mate is engaging in sex to avoid adverse outcomes, this tends to be detrimental to relationships.

Answer: D
 The association between sexual satisfaction and global relationship satisfaction is reciprocal, as sexual satisfaction can positively impact overall relationship satisfaction and vice versa.

Therefore, the correct answer is A and D.

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