Social Exchange Theory Has Been Criticized Because

question 68

Multiple Choice

Social exchange theory has been criticized because

• A)it applies only to men and not to women.
• B)it does not take the equity of relationships into account.
• C)it applies the concept of rewards and costs to romantic relationships.
• D)it gives weight to concepts like altruism and martyrdom.

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Definitions:

Maori Ancestry

The heritage or lineage of the Maori people, the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand.

Maori

The Indigenous Polynesian people of mainland New Zealand, known for their rich culture and history.

New Zealand

is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, known for its indigenous Maori culture, picturesque landscapes, and as a location for the filming of the "Lord of the Rings" series.

Matrilineal Descent

Descent traced exclusively through the female line of ancestry to establish group membership.