The Theory That Uses the Ideas of Social Exchange but Goes

question 18

Multiple Choice

The theory that uses the ideas of social exchange but goes a step farther and claims that you develop and maintain relationships in which the ratio of rewards relative to your costs is approximately equal to your partner's is called __________ theory.

• A)equity
• B) intimate
• C) relationship
• D)social penetration

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Definitions:

Broca's Area

A region in the frontal lobe of the dominant hemisphere of the brain with functions linked to speech production.

Frontal Area

The frontal area, often referring to the frontal lobes of the brain, plays a critical role in decision making, personality expression, and moderating social behavior.

Occipital Lobes

The regions of the brain located at the back of the head, responsible for processing visual information from the eyes.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the frontal lobes of the brain involved in decision making, problem-solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.