Marco and Kris have just met and have been talking with one another for about an hour. At one point in the conversation, Marco grabs Kris's hand, lightly caresses it, and tells Kris how nice her fingernails are. Such behaviors are characteristic of the __________ stage of courtship

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Marco's behavior of grabbing Kris's hand, lightly caressing it, and complimenting her fingernails is indicative of the "invitations and sexual arousal" stage of courtship. This stage involves more direct expressions of interest and attraction, including physical touch and compliments that can be seen as flirtatious or indicative of sexual interest.

Marco and Kris Have Just Met and Have Been Talking