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nautica902

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Which of the following is NOT an assumption of equity theory?
 
  a. People in relationships try to maximize their outcomes.
  b. People in inequitable relationships feel distress.
  c. People will evaluate the fairness of their outcomes compared to those of other potential relationships.
  d. Individuals in inequitable relationships will take steps to restore equity.

Question 2

The offshoot of social exchange theory that focuses on fairness in relationships is known as
 
  a. dissonance theory
  b. balance theory
   c. equity theory
  d. the harmony principle



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C





 

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