What Assesses Relational Attraction by Weighing Costs and Benefits

question 107

Multiple Choice

What assesses relational attraction by weighing costs and benefits?

• A) Birds-of-a-feather effect
• B) Knapp's relationship stages
• C) Mere exposure effect
• D) Social exchange theory

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Definitions:

Employer's Portion

The part of payroll taxes and benefits expenses that an employer is responsible for, as opposed to the portion paid by employees.

Gross Earnings

The total income earned by an individual or business before any deductions or taxes are applied.

Net Earnings

The profit determined after all expenses and taxes have been subtracted from total revenue.

Payroll Tax Expense

Charges levied on both employers and employees, calculated as a proportion of the wages that employers distribute to their workers.