Exchange theory predicts that we will stay in an unhappy marriage when

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According to exchange theory, individuals in relationships make decisions based on the costs and rewards associated with staying or leaving the relationship. If the costs of leaving the marriage (e.g. financial costs, emotional distress, social stigma) outweigh the rewards of leaving (e.g. improved emotional well-being, opportunity for a better relationship), individuals are more likely to stay in the unhappy marriage. Therefore, the best choice is B, as it reflects the idea that individuals are more likely to stay in an unhappy marriage when the costs of leaving outweigh the rewards of leaving and/or the costs of staying.

Exchange Theory Predicts That We Will Stay in an Unhappy