All of the Following Statements About the Equity Theory of Motivation

question 19

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the equity theory of motivation are correct EXCEPT:

• A) It is a content theory of motivation.
• B) It is best known through the work of J. Stacy Adams.
• C) Its essence is that perceived inequity is a motivating state.
• D) It holds that people try to resolve the inequities they perceive they are experiencing.
• E) It holds that people who feel underpaid will reduce their work efforts to compensate for missing rewards.

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