Social Exchange Theory Shares a Basic Assumption with Conflict Theory

question 11

Multiple Choice

Social exchange theory shares a basic assumption with conflict theory. Which of the assumptions below is a part of both theories?

• A) Conflict is a confrontation over control of scarce resources
• B) Individuals are constrained by their choices
• C) Humans are rational beings
• D) People are motivated by self-interest

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Definitions:

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Benjamin Franklin

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