John Gottman and colleagues found that same-sex couples were more positive than heterosexualcouples when discussing areas of conflict in their relationships. Which of the following reasons do the researchers believe contribute to this difference?

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The researchers found that same-sex couples were more likely to exhibit behaviors that promoted equality and mutual respect in their relationships, which in turn led to more positive discussions about areas of conflict. This suggests that same-sex couples may value and prioritize equality more than heterosexual couples.

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