Helga and Jan both have boyfriends who have become verbally abusive toward them. Helga has decided to break up with her verbally abusive boyfriend, while Jan has decided to stay in her relationship. From the information given, it would appear that which of the following is true regarding their evaluation of rewards and costs within their relationships?
A)Helga has a higher comparison level than Jan.
B)Helga has a lower comparison level than Jan.
C)Helga has an avoidant attachment style, while Jan has a secure attachment style.
D)Both Helga and Jan have ambivalent attachment styles.

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Helga's decision to break up with her verbally abusive boyfriend suggests she expects more positive and fewer negative outcomes in her relationships, indicating a higher comparison level than Jan, who has decided to stay in her relationship despite the verbal abuse.

Helga and Jan Both Have Boyfriends Who Have Become Verbally