What is uncertainty reduction theory and at what point in a relationship does this theory best explain behavior?

What will be an ideal response?


Uncertainty reduction theory predicts that much early interaction is dedicated to finding out information about another person (reduce uncertainty) in order to determine whether one wishes to interact with him/her again. This theory best predicts behavior at the initiation and beginning of a relationship.

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