According to exchange theory,romantic love tends to be short-lived among adolescents because

A) adolescent love is usually intense,but also self-centered.
B) adolescents often form relationships with peers who offer few benefits.
C) adolescents form relationships that have too many costs.
D) adolescents are less able to distinguish benefits from costs in a relationship.

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  According to exchange theory, romantic love is a form of social exchange that involves weighing the benefits and costs of a relationship. Adolescents tend to be self-centered and focused on their own needs, which can lead to a focus on receiving benefits rather than giving them in a relationship. This self-centeredness can make relationships feel intense, but also short-lived, as the benefits of the relationship are no longer perceived as worth the costs once the initial rush of being in love fades.

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