Which of the following is most true of social exchange theory (SET)?
A) The primary emphasis of SET is on the aspects of a relationship that negatively and positively reinforce each partner's behaviors.
B) SET emphasizes the patterns of communication that we witness in our families of origin.
C) The principles of SET resemble the principles of economics such as outcomes and rewards.
D) SET emphasizes the role of interaction on relationship satisfaction.

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Social exchange theory (SET) emphasizes the principles of economics such as outcomes and rewards in relationships. It suggests that people evaluate the costs and benefits of being in a relationship and make decisions accordingly. Therefore, choice C is the most true of SET. Choice A is partly true as SET does emphasize the reinforcement of behaviors, but not just the negative and positive aspects of the relationship. Choice B is not true as SET does not focus on patterns of communication in families of origin. Choice D is partly true as SET does emphasize the role of interaction, but not just on relationship satisfaction.

Which of the Following Is Most True of Social Exchange