Weak ties are valuable parts of a social network because:
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it is easier to sever them if a friendship doesn’t blossom smoothly. |
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it is easier to exert power over those to which we have such ties. |
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they are more likely to introduce us to new information and ideas. |
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we do not have to invest as much energy in maintaining them |