Two Classmates Ask You to Spend a Couple of Hours

question 308

Multiple Choice

Two classmates ask you to spend a couple of hours helping them prepare for a chemistry test. According to social exchange theory,you would be most likely to help them if

• A)your parents helped you study for tests when you were younger.
• B)you know you would feel terribly guilty for refusing their request.
• C)you know that someone else helped them prepare for an earlier test.
• D)your classmates cannot afford to pay for a private tutor.

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