Survivors of the first big fights studied by Siegert & Stamp (1994) were more likely to believe that a successful relationship
A) was one without conflict.
B) required extreme sacrifice from one of the parties.
C) required a joint effort in problem solving.
D) involves partners who are resistant to changing ways of doing things.

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Siegert & Stamp (1994) found that survivors of initial significant conflicts in relationships were more likely to view successful relationships as requiring a joint effort in problem-solving. This perspective emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication in overcoming challenges together, rather than avoiding conflict, expecting one-sided sacrifices, or resisting change.

Survivors of the First Big Fights Studied by Siegert