When Chris and Gene first met, Gene was really attracted to Chris because of her spontaneous and carefree nature. However, later Gene broke up with Chris because he perceived that Chris was irresponsible and unpredictable. This is an example of _____
a. de-escalation
b. a fatal attraction
c. sudden death
d. social penetration theory
Answer: b
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a. interesting b. life?threatening c. predicted d. beneficial e. pre?determined
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