In same-sex friendships,men are more likely than women to __________.

A) use metacommunication
B) desire intimacy
C) be openly competitive
D) compliment one another

Metacommunication

Verbal or nonverbal communication about communication.

Intimacy

A close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person.

Competitive

Characterized by a desire to win or be more successful than others, often involving rivalry and a drive to excel or achieve superiority.