Question

brayden wishes that his girlfriend would pay for some of their dates. he says to her, \sometimes i feel like i am being taken advantage of when i am always expected to pay. i would appreciate it if you would cover the costs of our dates once in a while.\ which element of a cooperative relationship is brayden demonstrating?

• being tolerant
• making clear statements
• working toward common goals
• understanding others perspectives

Explanation:

To determine the element of a cooperative relationship Brayden is demonstrating, we analyze each option:

• "being tolerant" involves accepting differences, which isn't shown here as Brayden is addressing a concern, not tolerating an issue.
• "making clear statements" fits because Brayden clearly communicates his feelings about paying for dates and his request for his girlfriend to cover costs occasionally. He states his perspective and his request directly.
• "working toward common goals" involves collaborating on shared objectives, which isn't the focus here (the focus is on communication about financial contributions to dates, not a shared goal like saving for a trip).
• "understanding others’ perspectives" involves empathizing with the other person's point of view, but Brayden is expressing his own perspective and a request, not showing understanding of hers.

Answer:

B. making clear statements