The Equity Theory ________

question 17

Multiple Choice

The equity theory ________.

• A) discusses three important needs: achievement, power, and affiliation
• B) suggests that employees inherently dislike work and must therefore be directed or even coerced into performing it
• C) proposes that extrinsic rewards will reduce intrinsic interest in a task
• D) discusses four referent comparisons self-inside, self-outside, other-inside, other-outside
• E) suggests that the factors that lead to job satisfaction are separate and distinct from those that lead to job dissatisfaction

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In experimental research, the variable that is manipulated by the researcher to examine its effect on the dependent variable.

Systematic Differences

Variations that are consistent and predictable, occurring due to specific factors or conditions in a controlled manner.

Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing

A psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories through guided eye movements.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.