A Person Can Resolve Perceived Negative Inequity by Doing All

question 92

Multiple Choice

A person can resolve perceived negative inequity by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) reducing work inputs.
• B) changing the outcomes received.
• C) leaving the situation.
• D) psychologically distorting the comparisons.
• E) working longer hours.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A concept in behavioral psychology where a behavior is encouraged by rewarding it, thereby increasing the likelihood of its recurrence.

Aversive Punishment

Aversive Punishment involves applying an unpleasant stimulus with the goal of decreasing or eliminating an undesirable behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

The strengthening of a behavior because it removes or decreases an unpleasant experience or outcome.

Aversive Punishment

A form of punishment that involves introducing an unpleasant or painful stimulus in order to reduce the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.