Ruoshan Has Been in a Relationship with Kevin for Several

question 115

Multiple Choice

Ruoshan has been in a relationship with Kevin for several years, but Kevin recently lost his job and hasn't been actively searching for new employment. He also hasn't helped out more around the house. Ruoshan is considering ending the relationship. Which theory is coming into play here?

• A) Social script theory
• B) Social exchange theory
• C) Sociobiological theory
• D) Sociological theory

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Definitions:

Variable Input

An input in the production process that can be adjusted in the short run to change the level of output.

Total Output

The total quantity of goods and services produced by an economy or firm within a certain period.

Marginal Revenue Product

The extra income that comes from using an additional unit of a resource, like workers or money.

Derived Demand

Demand for a good or service that arises from the demand for another good or service; for example, the demand for steel is derived from the demand for cars.