Exchange theory is a theory explaining affiliation among individuals due to spatial/geographical proximity. True False

Exchange Theory is based upon the idea that individuals and groups act to maximize rewards and minimize costs. True False

Which theory suggests that prejudice arises from competition between groups for scarce resources? Realistic conflict theory Social identity theory Contact hypothesis Attribution theory

Which theory explains why Drew maintains a relationship that appears to others to be too costly in the following scenario? Drew's best friend Sam can be very critical. More often than not, Sam is angry with Drew or is dismissive. Despite other friends' repeated pleas to end the abusive relationship, Drew sticks it out. Although Sam's behavior is hurtful, Drew can't reconcile this behavior with the fact that Sam can be kind and thoughtful as well.   Multiple Choicesocial exchange theoryuncertainty reduction theoryequity theoryattraction theory

Communication Accommodation Theory had its infancy in another field and it is important to address the theoretical vehicle that launched Howard Giles's thinking. This theoretical vehicle isGroup of answer choicesSocial Identity Theory.Social Information Processing Theory.Uncertainty Reduction Theory.Symbolic Interaction Theory.

Group membership is often the basis for the distribution of rewards, privileges and opportunities.  Which theory supports this statement. Group of answer choicesConflict TheoryFunctionalist theorySocial Exchange TheorySymbolic Interaction Theory