#1
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing relationship dynamics?
Number of social media followers
ExplanationSocial media presence doesn't directly impact relationship dynamics.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the formation of romantic relationships?
Number of shared Facebook friends
ExplanationThe number of shared Facebook friends isn't a significant factor in forming romantic relationships.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a component of Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love?
Sacrifice
ExplanationSacrifice isn't one of the components of Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a healthy relationship?
Jealousy
ExplanationJealousy is not a characteristic of a healthy relationship; it often indicates trust issues.
#5
What term describes the tendency to seek out information that confirms one's pre-existing beliefs?
Confirmation bias
ExplanationConfirmation bias is the tendency to favor information that confirms existing beliefs.
#6
Which theory suggests that people are attracted to those who are similar to them in terms of attitudes, interests, and backgrounds?
Similarity-attraction theory
ExplanationSimilarity-attraction theory states that people are drawn to others who share similar characteristics.
#7
What term refers to the tendency to perceive members of an outgroup as more similar to one another than members of the ingroup?
Outgroup homogeneity effect
ExplanationOutgroup homogeneity effect leads to perceiving outgroup members as more similar to each other.
#8
According to attachment theory, which attachment style is characterized by low anxiety and low avoidance?
Secure attachment
ExplanationSecure attachment style is marked by low anxiety and low avoidance in relationships.
#9
What term describes the tendency for group members to suppress dissenting viewpoints in order to maintain group harmony?
Groupthink
ExplanationGroupthink involves suppressing dissent to maintain harmony within a group.
#10
What term describes the phenomenon where individuals tend to perform better in the presence of others compared to when alone?
Social facilitation
ExplanationSocial facilitation refers to improved performance in the presence of others.
#11
In which type of society are individuals more likely to prioritize their own goals over group goals, leading to increased individualism?
Postmodern society
ExplanationPostmodern society values individual goals over collective ones, fostering individualism.
#12
Which psychological theory emphasizes the role of reciprocal altruism and kin selection in the formation of social bonds?
Evolutionary psychology
ExplanationEvolutionary psychology focuses on how natural selection shapes social behavior.
#13
According to social exchange theory, which of the following is NOT a factor influencing relationship satisfaction?
Prejudice
ExplanationPrejudice isn't considered a factor in social exchange theory's model of relationship satisfaction.
#14
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which level must be satisfied before individuals can focus on forming healthy relationships?
Physiological needs
ExplanationPhysiological needs must be met before individuals can prioritize forming healthy relationships.