Katie gets mad at Adam because he has forgotten to pay an important bill.When she brings up the problem,he doesn't say much and begins to sulk.Katie backs down and says she'll take care of the problem.Then she changes the subject and begins to tell him funny stories about her bad day at work,which he finds amusing and eventually the two of them are laughing while they make fun of her inept coworker.According to a systems perspective,what is the "rule" underlying their relationship dynamic?
A) When Adam is in a bad mood,he sulks.
B) When Katie tells funny stories,Adam laughs.
C) When problems are raised,Adam withdraws and Katie backs down.
D) Adam is serious and Katie is funny.

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The "rule" underlying their relationship dynamic is that when problems are raised, Adam withdraws and Katie backs down. This creates a pattern where Adam's negative behavior is reinforced and Katie's concerns go unaddressed. This can be detrimental to their relationship if not addressed and changed.

Katie Gets Mad at Adam Because He Has Forgotten to Pay