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A theory that views relationships as exchanges where rewards must outweigh costs.
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The principle of maximising rewards while minimising costs in relationships.
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Positive benefits gained from a relationship such as support or companionship.
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Negative aspects of a relationship such as effort, time or conflict.
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The balance of rewards minus costs that determines satisfaction.
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When rewards exceed costs leading to relationship satisfaction.
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The standard of what a person believes they deserve from a relationship.
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Potential other partners or options compared against a current relationship.
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A researcher who developed the social exchange theory of relationships.
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A researcher who proposed stages of relationship development with Thibaut.
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The stage where individuals explore different relationships and compare outcomes.
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The stage where partners negotiate rewards and costs in a relationship.
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The stage where a relationship becomes stable and predictable over time.
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The stage where norms and patterns in a relationship are firmly established.
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The idea that relationships should be fair and balanced rather than purely profitable.
