equity theory Flashcards
1
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what is the equity theory
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an economical model of relationships to show the fairness within a relationship for each partner
2
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how could a relationship seem unprofitable?
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when it has high costs and low rewards
3
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how can a relationship be maintained so it remains profitable
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keeping the cost reward ratio remaining the same, amd so the relationship ps percieved as fair by both partners
4
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what happens if one feels underbenefited within a relationship
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a sense of inequality within the relationship, leading to dissatisfaction of dissolution
5
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what did van yperen + bunks 1990 study consist of
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- a longitudinal study on 229 couples measuring equity levels using a questionnaire
6
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what were the findings of van yperen + bunks study?
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- those who were satisified a year previously are now most satisfied now
- amd also the reverse with those who felt underbenifited a year ago were less satisfied now
