This theory argues that fairness is more important tin the relationship and if there is no fairness, the relationship breaks down which can be used for Relationship dissoulution.
A02:- DeMaris which showed martial breakdown in 1500 American couples. Large sample and ITV COP.
The main assumption were expressed by Walster et al. He suggested that firstly that rewards are maximised by individuals and costs and minimised. Secondly those in an inequitable relationship will feel distressed if they are the most disadvantaged. Thirdly, the person that will usually be trying to make the relationship equitable will be the one who is disadvantaged. Lastly, he expressed that were there was an imbalance, it could be adjusted by the other party compensating for it.
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