In one view, Phase 3 of romantic relationships is ________ and characterized by an increase in concern for relationships and a decrease in concern for how others view them

When we are around someone we dislike intensely we often "bend over backward" to be nice to this individual. Which defense mechanism is illustrated here?

a. denial b. projection c. sublimation d. reaction formation

A researcher conducts an experiment to establish a relationship between a chess player's mental stability and his performance in a game. He finds that the two have a Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient value of +1.00. This means the two variables—mental stability and performance—have a _____ relationship.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).