"Hey, Heather, my co-worker David is throwing a tailgate party before the game, and I'd love for you to come with me to meet my co-workers." Including your partner in interactions with one's colleagues, friends, and family is known as _________.
A) integrating social networks
B) expressing assurance
C) routine relational maintenance
D) promoting intimate interactions

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Integrating social networks refers to including one's partner in social interactions with their colleagues, friends, and family. This is demonstrated in the example statement where the speaker invites their partner to a tailgate party with their co-worker. Choice B, expressing assurance, refers to reassuring one's partner about their relationship or their partner's capabilities, which is not demonstrated in the example statement. Choice C, routine relational maintenance, refers to engaging in behaviors that maintain a relationship, such as expressing affection or discussing relationship issues, which is also not demonstrated in the example statement. Choice D, promoting intimate interactions, refers to behaviors that enhance intimacy, such as sharing personal thoughts or feelings, which is not demonstrated in the example statement.

"Hey, Heather, My Co-Worker David Is Throwing a Tailgate Party