Gabrielle Sometimes Finds Simona to Be Annoying, but She Is

question 26

Multiple Choice

Gabrielle sometimes finds Simona to be annoying, but she is fond of Simona, and likes that Simona has connections with the people she likes to hang out with. Although there is a cost to the relationship, the benefit of being connected outweighs that cost. This is an example of _______ theory.

• A) attribution
• B) social exchange
• C) communication accommodation
• D) social information processing

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Definitions:

Norms

Standards or patterns of behavior that are accepted as typical or expected within a society or group.

Mature Group

A group characterized by advanced development in dynamics, interactions, and goals achievement.

Organizational Politics

The use of power and social networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the individual or a group.

Management

The process of dealing with or controlling things or people within an organization.