Equity theory A03

+supporting evidence

Pschologist-survey of 118 married couples (Aged 16-45) Equity in relationships assessed via self report scale

Partners who though their relationship as equitable were significantly more satisfied

-not applicable to all cultures

Psychologist-couples In individualistic cultures were more satisfied when relationship was equitable

Collectivist cultures more satisfied when overbenefitting

-does not account for individual differences in how much partners value equity in their relationships

Psychologists-two types of ppl:

• benevolent=Willing to contribute more than they receive

• Entitleds=deserve to over benefit and accept it with no guilt/distress

-gender biased

Women may be more sensitive to inequity due to stronger focus on relationship Dynamics(emotions)