Michael felt that he hadn't been receiving enough attention from his wife over the last year.As a result of this, he began an extramarital affair with his co-worker.Which theory helps us understand what motivated Michael to have the affair?

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Equity theory suggests that people are motivated to maintain fairness in relationships. Michael may have felt that the relationship with his wife was inequitable, leading him to seek attention elsewhere.

Michael Felt That He Hadn't Been Receiving Enough Attention from His