Based on research on attributions within married couples presented in your text, consider the following couple: Dean claims that every time Erica does something kind, it is just because she wants to impress his mother; and every time she does something rude, he says it is because she is a mean person. What kind of relationship are they most likely to have?

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Dean's consistent negative attribution of Erica's behavior suggests a lack of trust and a negative perception of her actions. This can lead to resentment, communication problems, and a general dissatisfaction with the relationship.

Based on Research on Attributions Within Married Couples Presented in Your