Sam and Jodi just finished a night at the movies together.After having a coffee at the local café,Sam walks Jodi home.As they say goodnight,to Jodi's surprise,Sam leans in for a kiss.In terms of symbolic interaction theory,Jodi and Sam have

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According to symbolic interaction theory, people define a situation based on shared understanding and interpretation of symbols. In this scenario, there is no indication that Sam and Jodi had a shared understanding or definition of the situation that involved a possibility of a romantic relationship or kiss. Therefore, they have not developed a shared definition of the situation.

Sam and Jodi Just Finished a Night at the Movies