1. How would you go about researching a particular relational phenomenon using Social Exchange Theory? Formulate a hypothesis or research question and describe the study you would conduct.

2. Provide an example that illustrates each of the three factors that influence the strategies and techniques used to manage dialectical tensions.

3.

Do you agree with the assumption that humans are fundamentally rational beings when it comes to evaluating relationships? Why or why not? What, if any, change would you propose to refine this theory to account for irrational relational behaviors?

4.

Using the standard criteria for theory evaluation, critique Relational Dialectics Theory.