According to the balance theory of attitudes, one element is seen somehow as belonging to or being part of another element in a(n):
A) triad.
B) unit relation.
C) sentiment relation.
D) associative relation.

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The balance theory of attitudes, proposed by Fritz Heider, involves the concept of a unit relation, where one element is perceived as belonging to or being part of another element. This theory is often explained using triads (a set of three elements) but specifically, the term "unit relation" describes the connection where elements are seen as belonging together.

According to the Balance Theory of Attitudes, One Element Is