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Question 11.5 Points

Which of these statements best describes the role of communication according to relational dialectics theory in Unit 10?

We only use communication to maintain relationships.

Without tensions, we would not need to communicate in relationships.

Communication creates tensions and causes struggles in relationships.

Only struggling relationships experience dialectical tensions.

Relationships exist because of communication.

Question 21.5 Points

Kiki noticed Solomon had not been acting a bit depressed and stressed. To help, Kiki started sending more supportive text messages during the day and giving him lots of hugs when they were together. Very soon, Solomon started acting less depressed and less stressed. According to Unit 10, which theory would best explain this change in Solomon’s behavior?

affection exchange

expectancy violations

Knapp’s relationship stage model

social penetration

face enhancing strategies

Question 31.5 Points

Dani tells her friend, Ugo, about some struggles in her current relationship. Ugo notices Dani keeps referencing a desire for more excitement and surprises, but she also mentions how happy she is to be in a stable relationship. According to Unit 10, which theory would likely help Ugo understand Dani’s relationship?

affection exchange

Duck’s model of relational dissolution

relational dialectics theory

social penetration theory

expectancy violation theory

Question 41.5 Points

Mike met Andi last weekend at a party, but he was surprised by how many questions Andi asked about his job, school, family, and hobbies. According to Unit 10, which theory would best explain why Andi asked Mike so many questions?

affection exchange

expectancy violations

relational turbulence

uncertainty reduction

social penetration

Question 51.5 Points

According to Unit 10, the dual process theory of supportive communication says that verbal person-centeredness is a critical factor in creating a high-quality supportive message. Which of the following statements best demonstrates verbal person-centeredness?

“How are you feeling about all of this?”

“I recognize and understand the hurt you are feeling.”

“I’m so sorry that this happened to you.”

“What can I do to help you through this?”

“You are definitely feeling badly.”

Question 61.5 Points

Which of these statements about affection exchange theory is TRUE?

Developing close relationships is vital for survival and procreation.

Affection helps to develop close relationships that aids in survival and procreation.

Affection can be communicated verbally, nonverbally, or through our actions.

Giving and receiving affection creates positive physical and emotional benefits.

All of the above are true concerning affection exchange theory.

Question 71.5 Points

Janae and Mel decided to publicize their relationship by making it “Facebook official”. According to Unit 10, Janae and Mel are probably in which relationship stage?

bonding

experimenting

integrating

intensifying

initiating

Question 81.5 Points

Jack says, “I appreciate how much she loves me and that she wants to hang out all the time. But sometimes I just need some alone time.” According to Unit 10, which relationship tension is Jack experiencing?

Certainty vs. Uncertainty

Connection vs. Autonomy

Openness vs. Closedness

Predictability vs. Novelty

Sharing vs. Privacy

Question 91.5 Points

Jasmine tells Tim a lot about her struggles with school, work, and family conflict. However, she would never tell him about her struggles with addiction since that is way too sensitive to share with anyone. According to Unit 10, which theory would best explain Jasmine’s decision to not tell Tim about this?

communication privacy management

relational dialectics

social penetration

uncertainty reduction

affection anxiety

Question 101.5 Points

According to uncertainty reduction theory, which type of uncertainty stems from questions about the appropriateness or desirability of a partner’s actions?

Behavioral uncertainty

Cognitive uncertainty

Relational uncertainty

Personal uncertainty

None of the above