In Sternberg's theory, the romantic love typical of courtship may become _____ love with the commitment of engagement and marriage. As the passion in the marriage wanes, the couple may experience _____ love.

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According to Sternberg's theory, the romantic love in courtship consists of passion and intimacy, but lacks commitment. With the commitment of engagement and marriage, the love can become consummate love, which involves all three components of passion, intimacy, and commitment. As time passes and the passion fades, the couple may experience companionate love, which is based on deep affection, trust, and shared goals, but lacks passion. Therefore, the best choice is A, where consummate love refers to the love in engagement and marriage, and companionate love refers to the love that follows.

In Sternberg's Theory, the Romantic Love Typical of Courtship May