Jeremy is in love with Carol and views her temper as an endearing example of her "feistiness." Her coworkers, however, interpret Carol's temper as rude and insensitive. The difference between Jeremy and the coworkers illustrates the power of love to influence our __________.
A) construals
B) behaviors
C) influence attempts
D) relationships

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The difference between Jeremy's and the coworkers' interpretations of Carol's temper highlights how love can influence our construals, or how we perceive and interpret events or behaviors. Jeremy's love for Carol leads him to interpret her temper as endearing, while the coworkers' lack of emotional attachment to Carol allows them to view her temper in a more negative light.

Jeremy Is in Love with Carol and Views Her Temper