Joe Was Hired Out of College for a Starting Salary

question 30

Short Answer

Joe was hired out of college for a starting salary of $55 000 a year. Two months after he started, he found out that Nancy was hired at the same time for $65 000. At first he was angry but then he found out that she had five years of previous experience and that she knew two more computer languages than he did. Then he wasn't angry anymore. This illustrates the ________ motivation theory.
two-factor
expectancy
hierarchy of needs
human relations
equity

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Definitions:

Parametric Strategy

A statistical approach used when data is assumed to fit a particular distribution, often in inferential statistics for hypothesis testing.

Parameter

A variable, measurable factor that defines the characteristics or behavior of a system or model.

Pretest

An assessment or evaluation conducted before a treatment or intervention to establish baseline data or conditions.

Posttest

An assessment conducted after an intervention or educational program to measure what has been learned or changed.