Student a Writes a Paper That Is 20 Pages Long

question 41

Essay

Student A writes a paper that is 20 pages long.For the same assignment,student B produces a paper that is only four pages long.Both papers receive the grade of "A." Apply equity theory to project the likely reaction of the students to this situation.

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Definitions:

Environmental Events

Occurrences in an individual's environment that can influence their behavior, development, or psychological state, encompassing both natural and human-made events.

Human Nature

The collective qualities, traits, and behavioral patterns that are inherent and universally recognized in humans.

Behaviourists

Psychologists or researchers who focus on observable behaviors rather than internal processes such as cognition and emotion, emphasizing the learning process, particularly through reinforcement and punishment.

Behaviourist Approach

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the study of observable behaviors and the effects of learning and reinforcement on behavior.