A Theory That Suggests That Employees Compare Their Inputs and Outputs

question 68

Multiple Choice

A theory that suggests that employees compare their inputs and outputs from a job to the ratio of relevant others is known as ________.

• A)equity theory
• B)action motivation
• C)goal setting
• D)reinforcement theory

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Definitions:

Maslow

A psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs.

Fictional Finalism

A concept introduced by Alfred Adler, suggesting that individuals are motivated more by their expectations of the future than by past experiences.

Social Inequality

A condition in which members of society have differing amounts of wealth, prestige, or power.

Strive

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain a particular goal, often in the face of difficulties.