• Unspoken Expectation: The reciprocity norm is often implicitly understood and followed in various social interactions and relationships.
• Mutual Obligation: It creates a sense of mutual obligation among individuals, where receiving a favor or kind gesture is often perceived as a debt that needs to be repaid.
• Reciprocal Behavior: The norm encourages individuals to reciprocate actions, fostering a cycle of positive behavior in social contexts.
• Equitable Exchange: The norm is usually upheld when the return favor is perceived to be of similar value or significance to the initial act.

1. Gift Giving: During holidays or special occasions, it is common for individuals to exchange gifts. The expectation is that receiving a gift from someone creates an obligation to reciprocate with a gift of similar value.

2. Invitations: When someone invites another person to a social event or gathering, the expectation is that the invitee should repay the gesture by inviting the host to a similar event in the future.

3. Helping Behavior: If someone goes out of their way to assist another person, the norm suggests that the recipient should be inclined to offer help or support when the opportunity arises.