Caleb and Dianne participate in a study of stress and partner social support.Each day,over the course of a week,they report on how much stress they experienced and how much partner support they received.Which of the following is most likely to be a finding in this study?
A) Caleb reports that his stressful days are met with increases in Dianne's support and criticism;Dianne's stressful days are met with decreases in Caleb's support.
B) Caleb reports that his stressful days are met with increases in Dianne's support;Dianne's stressful days are met with increases in Caleb's criticism rather than support.
C) Dianne reports that her stressful days are met with increases in Caleb's support and criticism;Caleb's stressful days are met with decreases in Dianne's support.
D) Dianne reports that her stressful days are met with increases in Caleb's support and criticism;Caleb's stressful days are met with increases in Dianne's support.

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The study is looking at the relationship between stress and partner support, so we should look for an answer choice that shows a pattern of support (or lack of support) in response to stress for both partners. Option D shows that both Caleb and Dianne receive increased support from their partner on days when they experience stress, which is the most likely finding in this type of study. Option A and B show inconsistent patterns of support and criticism, and option C only shows increased support for one partner and decreased support for the other.

Caleb and Dianne Participate in a Study of Stress and Partner