Which Statement About the Equity Theory of Motivation Is False

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the equity theory of motivation is false?

• A) It is a content theory of motivation.
• B) It is best known through the work of J. Stacy Adams.
• C) Its essence is that perceived inequity is a motivating state.
• D) It holds that people who feel underpaid will reduce their work efforts to compensate for missing rewards.
• E) It holds that people try to resolve the inequities they perceive they are experiencing.

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Sales

The exchange of goods or services for money, representing the primary source of revenue for most businesses.

Commission Only

A payment model where compensation is based solely on the amount of sales or transactions generated, with no base salary.

Additional Commission

Extra earnings given to employees or salespersons on top of their standard commission, often based on reaching a specific target or sales goal.

Monthly Salary

Regular payment received by an employee from their employer for work performed, calculated on a monthly basis.