Question 1

The grave-dressing phase in Duck's (1988, 1998) relationship dissolution model refers to:

Accepted Answer

The grave-dressing phase in Duck's model is about creating a socially acceptable narrative or explanation for the dissolution of the relationship, allowing individuals to manage their social image and move on.

Question 2

People use various cognitive tactics to maintain a close relationship. They may:

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

People will sometimes rationalise self-concept discrepancies, such as between the ideal self and the actual self. This idea can be extended to how we go about maintaining a close relationship. This process is called:

Accepted Answer

Partner regulation refers to the processes or strategies individuals use to reduce discrepancies between their ideal standards and their perceptions of their partner or relationship. This can involve efforts to change the partner or adjustments in one's perceptions and expectations to maintain relationship satisfaction.

Question 4

'Voice' behaviour and 'exit' behaviour are two examples of:

Accepted Answer

Voice behavior and exit behavior are strategies individuals might use when they are dissatisfied in a relationship but are taking an active stance to either address the issues (voice) or leave the relationship (exit), rather than passively allowing the relationship to deteriorate or end.

Question 5

According to Levinger (1980), which of the following is NOT a factor that heralds the end of a relationship?

Accepted Answer

Levinger's model of relationship dissolution does not specifically mention one partner experiencing an existential crisis as a factor heralding the end of a relationship. The model focuses more on aspects like the availability of alternative partners, expectations of failure, and lack of commitment.

Quiz 14: Attraction and Close Relationships

The grave-dressing phase in Duck's (1988, 1998) relationship dissolution model refers to:

People use various cognitive tactics to maintain a close relationship. They may:

People will sometimes rationalise self-concept discrepancies, such as between the ideal self and the actual self. This idea can be extended to how we go about maintaining a close relationship. This process is called:

'Voice' behaviour and 'exit' behaviour are two examples of:

According to Levinger (1980) , which of the following is NOT a factor that heralds the end of a relationship?