Question

scenario: taylor has been dating jordan for six months. recently, taylor has been comparing their relationship to their previous relationship with casey, who always remembered important dates and never criticized taylor’s choices. taylor is becoming increasingly dissatisfied with jordan. which relationship concept best explains taylor’s feelings? options: physical attraction, social attraction, similarity thesis, comparison level (cl)

Explanation:

The concept of Comparison Level (CL) in relationships refers to an individual's expectations based on their past relationships or experiences. Taylor is comparing their current relationship with Jordan to their previous relationship with Casey (where Casey met certain positive expectations). When the current relationship doesn't meet the standards set by the past (CL), dissatisfaction arises, which matches Taylor's feelings. Physical connection focuses on physical intimacy, social attraction on social factors like popularity, and similarity thesis on shared traits—none fit as well as CL here.

Answer:

D. Comparison level (CL)