John wants to spend time with his friends and hang out with them but his bride wants him to spend his leisure time at home with her. He has to make some decisions as to how he spends his leisure time. He decides the benefits of spending time with his wife are far greater than the costs of hanging out with the guys. Which theoretical perspective did he apply in making this ________decision?
A) functionalist
B) conflict
C) exchange
D) interactionist

Question

John wants to spend time with his friends and hang out with them but his bride wants him to spend his leisure time at home with her. He has to make some decisions as to how he spends his leisure time. He decides the benefits of spending time with his wife are far greater than the costs of hanging out with the guys. Which theoretical perspective did he apply in making this 	________decision?
A) functionalist
B) conflict
C) exchange
D) interactionist

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

John applied the exchange theory, which involves weighing the costs and benefits of different actions to make a decision.

John Wants to Spend Time with His Friends and Hang