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Some researchers argue that the concept of exchange underlying the principle of reciprocity (trading something of value to another for what you want) is the basis of all influence. Do you agree? Discuss. To what extent do you feel obligated to return a favor that is done for you?

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The Rule of Reciprocity embodies one of the most widespread norms of human culture because this principle requires and proves that persons try to repay what someone else has provided or given to him or her.
Each individual who has been given something manifests a sense of future obligation which makes possible the development of different kinds of ongoing relationships, exchanges and transactions that are essential to society. It is an implied thought that all community and society ...

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