A young couple who abruptly breaks off a love relationship after only three months and subsequently develops a platonic relationship has engaged in which of the following responses to a deteriorating relationship?

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The couple's abrupt breakup indicates that they have chosen the exit response to a deteriorating relationship. However, by subsequently developing a platonic relationship, they have maintained a connection with one another, albeit a non-romantic one.

A Young Couple Who Abruptly Breaks Off a Love Relationship