Question

Social penetration theory has been criticized because:

(A) it places too much emphasis on dialectical issues, and it equates self-disclosure with relational closeness.
(B) it equates self-disclosure with relational closeness.
(C) it places too much emphasis on dialectical issues.
(D) it relies too heavily on gender distinctions.

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter B.

Explanation: The Social Penetration Theory explain the differences in communication and proposes that as much as relationships develop, the interpersonal communication shifts from relatively shallow, to deeper and more intimate levels.

The more people know each other their communication gets better, and they are able to have a deep and intimate connection.