In Smith and Hamon, Johnson and colleagues outlined three dimensions of commitment. They note that ________ commitment represents the desire to stay married to one's partner.

• A. Personal
• B. Moral
• C. Structural
• D. Relational

Answer: (A)

Three dimensions of commitment are personal, moral, and structural. Personal commitment captures the desire to stay in the marriage because of the emotional bond, love, and genuine motivation to maintain the partnership. It reflects the inward motivation to remain with one’s partner. Moral commitment, on the other hand, is about a sense of duty or obligation to stay, often tied to beliefs about what one ought to do. Structural commitment involves external factors that make leaving more difficult, such as finances, children, or social expectations. Since the statement focuses on the inner desire to remain married, it best fits personal commitment.