All of the Following Statements About the Equity Theory of Motivation

question 9

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the equity theory of motivation are correct EXCEPT that it:

• A) is a needs theory of motivation.
• B) stems from the act of social comparison.
• C) proposes that perceived inequity is a motivating state.
• D) holds that people try to resolve the inequities they perceive they are experiencing.
• E) holds that people who feel underpaid will reduce their work efforts to compensate for missing rewards.

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