Susan and Bob are married and have two children. To ensure the lifestyle they want for their family, both Susan and Bob work more than forty hours per week. Though Bob tries to do his share of household chores, Susan somehow ends up more exhausted at week's end.

 

Susan figures out how to get the kids to and from soccer and softball practice, where they go after school, and how they spend their time on weekends. That seems fair to Bob, since he makes more money than Susan or as he puts it, "brings home the lion's share of the bacon, "so they can afford to take great family vacations, buy designer clothes, and eat in fine restaurants.

 

Given Bob's position, Susan wonders how he will handle the latest news about her career.

 

Susan had nearly floated out of the CEO's office. Not only had she been promoted, she had also been given a substantial salary increase - she would now be making more money than her husband. Yet the excitement and pride she felt was tinged with concern and uncertainty because she wasn't sure how Bob would react to the news. She sat down at her desk, took a deep breath, took out her cell, and called Bob at his office. She told herself he should be pleased, since now they would have even more money to spend on those extras that help make their lives easier. Bob answered the call: "Hi, Susan. What's up?"

 

Q1. If you were Susan, would you reveal the truth to Bob? (3 Marks)

Q2. How do you imagine Bob would respond if told the truth? What about if told a lie? Be specific.  (3 Marks)

Q3. If you were Bob, how would you react to the truth?  (3 Marks)

Q4. In what ways or to what extent, do you think Susan's promotion and new salary will change Susan and Bob's relationship?