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In Chapter 1 (What Is Psychology?), the Textbook Authors Point

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In Chapter 1 (What Is Psychology?), the textbook authors point out that one of the hardest lessons of life is how to live with uncertainty. Many questions currently don't have answers. Integrate this critical thinking guideline (tolerate uncertainty) with the information in Chapter 12 (Motivation) regarding sexual orientation.


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Social Exchange Theory

A sociological and psychological theory proposing that social behavior is the result of an exchange process to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that expects individuals to respond to each other in kind, returning benefits for benefits and responding with either indifference or hostility to harms.

Free Samples

Small quantities of a product given to consumers at no cost to introduce the product and encourage future purchasing.

Mere Exposure Effect

A mental occurrence where individuals tend to favor items or concepts simply because they recognize or are accustomed to them.

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