Question 1

According to the 'need to belong' theory, which of the following best explains why humans seek out close relationships?

Accepted Answer

Humans have an innate drive for affiliation that supports psychological and physical well-being.

Question 2

Which psychological principle is illustrated by the finding that increased exposure to a person leads to greater liking for that person?

Accepted Answer

Mere exposure effect

Question 3

A researcher finds that people rate others as more attractive when they are in a good mood. Which concept does this best illustrate?

Accepted Answer

Indirect effects of affect on interpersonal attraction

Question 4

Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the 'What is beautiful is good' effect?

Accepted Answer

A teacher assumes a physically attractive student is also intelligent and kind.

Question 5

According to Sternberg’s Triangular Model of Love, which equation best represents 'consummate love'?

Accepted Answer

$$Consummate\ Love = Intimacy + Passion + Commitment$$

Question 6

Which factor is most likely to increase interpersonal attraction according to the similarity hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

Sharing similar attitudes and values

Question 7

A person feels more comfortable and perceives another as more responsive after repeated interactions. According to Figure 7.4, what is the likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

Increased liking for that person

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT considered a component of Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love?

Accepted Answer

Reciprocity

Question 9

Which attachment style is most likely to result in healthy, long-lasting relationships with family members?

Accepted Answer

Secure attachment

Question 10

A couple consists of one partner who is significantly more physically attractive than the other. Research suggests which factor may explain this mismatch?

Accepted Answer

Compensating qualities such as wealth or social status

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the similarity-dissimilarity effect in attraction?

Accepted Answer

People tend to like others who are similar and dislike those who are different.

Question 12

Which personality trait from the 'Big Five' is most consistently associated with being liked by others?

Accepted Answer

Agreeableness

Question 13

Which of the following is a plausible indirect effect of mood on interpersonal attraction?

Accepted Answer

A person in a positive mood is more likely to perceive others as attractive.

Question 14

Which equation best represents the matching hypothesis in romantic relationships?

Accepted Answer

$$Attraction \propto Similarity\ in\ Physical\ Attractiveness$$

Question 15

Which of the following is most likely to destroy love in a close relationship, according to research?

Accepted Answer

Jealousy and infidelity

Question 16

Which aspect of physical attractiveness has been shown to influence interpersonal attraction beyond facial features?

Accepted Answer

The color red

Question 17

Which of the following best illustrates reciprocal liking in social interaction?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to like someone who expresses liking for you.

Question 18

Which of the following is a valuable social skill that increases likability?

Accepted Answer

Effective communication

Question 19

Which equation best represents the relationship between frequency of exposure and interpersonal attraction?

Accepted Answer

$$Interpersonal\ Attraction \propto Frequency\ of\ Exposure$$

Question 20

Which of the following is a major conclusion about desirable characteristics in romantic partners?

Accepted Answer

Desirable characteristics may change over the stages of a relationship.

Liking, Love, and Close Relationships: Key Concepts in Social Psychology

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