Exchange theory suggests that we may Select one: a. like those who punish us and dislike those who reward us. b. like those who reward us and dislike those who punish us. c. be unattracted to people who are different from us. d. tend to marry those with whom we share gift-giving on equal terms.

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21 January, 08:21

Exchange theory suggests that we may Select one: a. like those who punish us and dislike those who reward us. b. like those who reward us and dislike those who punish us. c. be unattracted to people who are different from us. d. tend to marry those with whom we share gift-giving on equal terms.

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Elise · Answer 1

B. Like those who reward us and dislike those who punish us.

Explanation:

Geroge Homans developed the social exchange theory.

This theory explains that the stability and social change is a process of negotiated exchange between people. It proposes that human relationships are based on the cost-benefit inspection and comparison of alternatives.

The human behaviour is driven by cost and reward comparisons, even in relationships. If the risks in a relationship outweigh the benefits then people are more likely to abandon that relationship.