Question

In talking about interdependence theory, your textbook author suggests that people divorce:_________
a) when they are unhappy, no matter their other prospects.
b) when they are unhappy and their prospects seem brighter elsewhere.
c) when their comparison level is high.
d) when their comparison level is low.

Answer 1

Answer:

b) when they are unhappy and their prospects seem brighter elsewhere

Explanation:

Those who have been unhappy for some time usually decide to separate and divorce, but this is not the only factor. Usually what follows is that there is an available alternative option that seems more fortunate, kind of the reward (like saving money, obtaining a degree, saving contacts with someone who doesn't support their decision to stay in that union, etc.)

The author says that the bottom line is not just unhappiness, but that in some way the prospect of the divorce is in favor of some other option and elsewhere.