According to Equity Theory

question 59

Multiple Choice

According to equity theory:

• A)everyone has the same needs over their working life.
• B)money should never be used to motivate employees.
• C)employees must set their own goals.
• D)the importance of inputs and outcomes varies from one person to the next.
• E)improving job security and working conditions will improve job satisfaction and,consequently,employee motivation.

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Definitions:

Self-Determination Theory

Argues that three needs—autonomy, competence, and relatedness—can explain much of human behavior.

Power Motives

The underlying psychological desires that drive individuals to seek control, influence, or authority over others.

Henry Murray

An American psychologist and one of the pioneers of personality psychology known for developing need theory and the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT).

Self-Determination Theory

A theory of motivation proposing that people are most motivated and function optimally when they feel that they have autonomy, competence, and relatedness.