Exam 9: Social Exchange Theory

An exchange where two people reciprocate costs and rewards is called a(n)

A prevailing belief in Social Exchange Theory is that people are rational decision-makers.

The _________ matrix is used to illustrate the way in which two people believe that rewards should be exchanged between them in the relationship.

How does the role of self function in Social Exchange Theory?

Apply social exchange principles to a relationship you have with a close co-worker or family member.

Describe the different patterns of communication that individuals can employ in coping with power differentials in relationships.

Do you agree with the assumption that humans are fundamentally rational beings when it comes to evaluating relationships? Why or why not? What, if any, change would you propose to refine this theory to account for irrational relational behaviors?

Emotional support and companionship may be perceived as being _________ in a relationship.

What conclusions can be drawn with respect to the role of self-disclosure in Social Exchange Theory? How is it discussed in the theory?

All of the following are criticisms of Social Exchange Theory presented in the text EXCEPT

How would you go about researching a particular relational phenomenon using Social Exchange Theory? Formulate a hypothesis or research question and describe the study you would conduct.

Alicia is upset because her family is against her decision to accept a job in Chicago. They do not like the fact that she will be moving to a big city all by herself. Alicia decides to discuss her relationship with her parents and to point out that she feels that they are treating her like a child instead of an adult. Alicia's decision to adjust the power and costs involved in her family relationship by discussing the relationship represents the _________ matrix.

If the CLalt is greater than the CL, which is greater than the outcome, the relationship will be viewed as being unsatisfying and unstable.

The CL predicts the _____ of a relationship, while CLalt predicts the _____.

The dispositional matrix represents the variety of alternative behaviors and outcomes that guide an individual's choice for behavior in the social exchange.

Describe the role of power in calculating relational rewards and costs. What are the two types of power that are addressed in Social Exchange Theory? Provide an example of each.

Behavioral sequences are series of actions designed to achieve one's goals.

When you think about your own satisfaction with your current relationship in terms of how much happier you think you could be if you were dating your previous relational partner, you are considering your

Which of the following assumptions emphasizes the importance of considering the role of diversity in relationships?

Sabatelli and Shehan use the metaphor of a(n) _________ to describe the social exchange that takes place in relationships.