Tom Works on a Landscaping Team and Has Twice the Output

question 77

Multiple Choice

Tom works on a landscaping team and has twice the output of other members of this team. Tom just found out that all team members are paid the same. According to equity theory, what is his likely reaction?

• A) to ask for a raise
• B) to work harder
• C) to rationalize the rewards of his team members
• D) to leave things as they are

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