Which of the following statements would be in line with social exchange theory?

Which of the following statements would be in line with social exchange theory?

  • A.) Sometimes we have trouble working out disagreements. He makes all of the money and thinks he should have more say in things.
  • B.) When we have an argument, we have to really think about what the fight is about. We try to see things from the other person’s point of view.
  • C.) We both have to look at what the other means when they speak. We sometimes have trouble communicating.
  • D.) Our romantic relationship has a lot of give and take to it. He complains at times, but he constantly praises my work.

A husband comes home after having an argument with his boss about his organization skills and starts an argument with his wife about his skills. Which defense mechanism is he using?

  • A.) Projection
  • B.) Displacement
  • C.) Rationalization
  • D.) Escapism