Helga and Jan both have boyfriends who have become verbally abuse toward them.Helga has decided to break up with her verbally abusive boyfriend, while Jan has decided to stay in her relationship.From the information given, it would appear that _____ regarding the evaluation of rewards and costs within a relationship.
A)Helga has a higher comparison level than Jan
B)Helga has a lower comparison level than Jan
C)Helga has an avoidant attachment style while Jan has a secure attachment style
D)both Helga and Jan have ambivalent attachment styles

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The evaluation of rewards and costs is related to the comparison level (CL) which is the standard individuals use to evaluate their relationships. Based on the information given, Helga has a higher comparison level than Jan, meaning Helga has set a higher standard for the benefits that she feels the relationship should provide, and is not willing to accept abusive behavior as part of the relationship. Jan, on the other hand, appears to have a lower comparison level, meaning that she is willing to accept the abusive behavior and does not view it as a significant enough cost to outweigh the benefits of the relationship.

Helga and Jan Both Have Boyfriends Who Have Become Verbally