Liking those who share and validate our attitudes is best explained in terms of

A) social exchange theory.
B) a reward theory.
C) equity.
D) the mere exposure effect.

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Liking those who share and validate our attitudes is best explained in terms ofA)  social exchange theory.B)  a reward theory.C)  equity.D)  the mere exposure effect.

JAVIER ABADIA · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  The reward theory of attraction suggests that we like those whose behavior is rewarding to us or whom we associate with rewarding events. Sharing and validating our attitudes can be seen as rewarding because it provides us with social approval and support, thus explaining why we tend to like people who do so.

Liking those who share and validate our attitudes is best explained in terms of

A) social exchange theory.
B) a reward theory.
C) equity.
D) the mere exposure effect.

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