Sam and Jaoquim Both Have Delivered Pizzas Part Time for About

question 45

Multiple Choice

Sam and Jaoquim both have delivered pizzas part time for about six months and were evaluated much the same on their semiannual performance review. Jaoquim received a nylon jacket with the pizza company logo and Sam did not get one. Though Jaoquim felt badly about this, Sam was not upset. Using equity theory, which of the following statements is likely false?

• A) The nylon jacket is not a relevant outcome for Sam.
• B) Jaoquim is experiencing negative inequity.
• C) Sam is experiencing feelings of equity.
• D) Sam thinks Jaoquim works harder than Sam.

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