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According to the equity theory, what happens when one partner overbenefits from the relationship?
According to the equity theory, what happens when one partner overbenefits from the relationship?
- The overbenefitted partner feels guilty and discomfort
- The underbenefitted partner feels anger, hostility, and resentment
- The relationship remains satisfying as long as the rewards are substantial
- Both a) and b) occur, leading to dissatisfaction (correct)
According to the equity theory, what is the key factor for a satisfying relationship?
According to the equity theory, what is the key factor for a satisfying relationship?
- The ratio of rewards to costs being balanced for both partners (correct)
- The total rewards being greater than the total costs for both partners
- The partners' ability to negotiate and distribute rewards fairly
- The absolute size of rewards and costs for each partner
When inequity is perceived in a relationship, what is the likely response of the underbenefitted partner, according to the equity theory?
When inequity is perceived in a relationship, what is the likely response of the underbenefitted partner, according to the equity theory?
- They will demand a higher level of rewards from their partner
- They will accept the inequity and adjust their perception of rewards and costs
- They will try to restore equity if they believe the relationship is reparable (correct)
- They will immediately end the relationship
According to the equity theory, what happens when a partner puts a lot into the relationship but gets little in return?
According to the equity theory, what happens when a partner puts a lot into the relationship but gets little in return?
According to the equity theory, how is inequity in a relationship typically resolved?
According to the equity theory, how is inequity in a relationship typically resolved?
According to the equity theory, what is the relationship between the perceived level of inequity and the dissatisfaction felt by partners?
According to the equity theory, what is the relationship between the perceived level of inequity and the dissatisfaction felt by partners?
According to the equity theory, what happens when a partner initially perceives a cost but later accepts it as a norm?
According to the equity theory, what happens when a partner initially perceives a cost but later accepts it as a norm?
According to the equity theory, what is the primary factor that determines whether a partner perceives a relationship as equitable or inequitable?
According to the equity theory, what is the primary factor that determines whether a partner perceives a relationship as equitable or inequitable?
How does the equity theory propose that partners attempt to restore equity in an inequitable relationship?
How does the equity theory propose that partners attempt to restore equity in an inequitable relationship?
According to the equity theory, what is the relationship between the level of perceived inequity and the dissatisfaction felt by partners?
According to the equity theory, what is the relationship between the level of perceived inequity and the dissatisfaction felt by partners?
How does the equity theory propose that partners negotiate to achieve equity in a relationship?
How does the equity theory propose that partners negotiate to achieve equity in a relationship?
According to the equity theory, what emotions might an overbenefitted partner experience in an inequitable relationship?
According to the equity theory, what emotions might an overbenefitted partner experience in an inequitable relationship?
How does the equity theory define a satisfying romantic relationship?
How does the equity theory define a satisfying romantic relationship?
What is the proposed consequence of persistent inequity in a relationship, according to the equity theory?
What is the proposed consequence of persistent inequity in a relationship, according to the equity theory?
