According to the balance theory of attitudes,when two elements are linked because someone has expressed a preference,either positive or negative,for the third,a/an ________ exists.
A) triad
B) sentiment relation
C) unit relation
D) frame of reference

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The balance theory of attitudes states that when two elements are linked (such as a person and an object) because someone has expressed a preference, either positive or negative, for the third (such as another person), a sentiment relation exists. Therefore, B (sentiment relation) is the best choice for the blank. A triad refers to a group of three, which is not relevant here; a unit relation is not a commonly used term in this context; and a frame of reference is not applicable to this question.

According to the Balance Theory of Attitudes,when Two Elements Are