Francine can walk away from the rewards Derek provides to their relationship. Furthermore, she is less dependent on the relationship than Derek is. Their relationship embodies _______.

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The principle of less interest states that the person who is less emotionally invested in the relationship has more power and control. Francine's ability to walk away from the rewards and being less dependent on the relationship than Derek demonstrates her lower level of emotional investment, therefore giving her more power in the relationship. This is different from a power play, where one person actively seeks to control and dominate the other. Privilege and negative identity management are not relevant to this situation.

Francine Can Walk Away from the Rewards Derek Provides to Their