Silvio Has Low-Wage Employment Where He Works Long Hours,is Regularly

question 101

Multiple Choice

Silvio has low-wage employment where he works long hours,is regularly exposed to toxic substances,and where he is three times more likely to suffer an industrial illness than others in similar jobs.According to the textbook,in what industry is Silvio most likely employed?

• A) auto mechanics
• B) silviculture and forestry
• C) electronics assembly
• D) pulp and paper

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Definitions:

Entitleds

Individuals who believe they deserve preferential treatment and are overly self-centered in their relations with others.

Negative Inequity

A perception of unfairness experienced when an individual perceives they have received less in comparison to others, despite similar input or effort.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that focuses on the fairness of how rewards and resources are distributed within social groups or organizations.

Equity Theory

A theory in social psychology that explains how individuals perceive and react to fairness or unfairness in distribution of resources within their interpersonal relationships.