Explain and give an example of the costs and rewards of relationships.

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Attraction can be based on the costs and rewards of being involved in the relationship. Relationships with a high cost but low rewards are unlikely to form and last. Relationships with a low cost and high reward are likely to be more enjoyable and lasting. Answers will vary, but one example would be if a relationship is long distance, and the couple finds they cannot afford to see each other much and do not have a connection any longer, the relationship is high cost and low reward and unlikely to last. However, if a couple sees each other regularly (on the same college campus, for example) and finds they continue to have much in common, it is low cost and high reward and more likely to last.