Question

When looking back at the course of her relationship, Helga realized that she has not been happy with her boyfriend's behavior for quite some time. Helga is taking into account which aspect of the social exchange theory

Answer 1

The correct answer to this open question is the following.

Although the are no options attached, we can say the following.

When looking back at the course of her relationship, Helga realized that she has not been happy with her boyfriend's behavior for quite some time. Helga is taking into account the aspect of the social exchange theory known as reciprocity or the expectations of the relationship.

That is why Helga considers that his boyfriend's behavior is not reciprocal to Helga's. Helga was expecting more of her boyfriend but probably his expectations are not the same as Helga's. That is why he seems not to be committed as Helga is. This social exchange theory assumes that people are in a relationship to maximize their satisfaction because relationships produce great gratification.