Question

how does empathy most likely improve a relationship?
○ it reduces tension.
○ it helps people feel intelligent.
○ it shows honesty and integrity.
○ it prevents reciprocity.

Explanation:

Empathy involves understanding others' feelings. Reducing tension fits as empathy helps in resolving conflicts or misunderstandings in relationships. Feeling intelligent is not related to empathy. Honesty/integrity is about truthfulness, not empathy. Preventing reciprocity is incorrect as empathy fosters positive reciprocity. So the correct option is the one about reducing tension.

Answer:

A. It reduces tension.