Which of the following is FALSE about equity theory?
A) People compare themselves to co-workers, others elsewhere in the organization, and people in other organizations.
B) It only matters how people think they are treated; it does not matter what is really happening from the manager's perspective.
C) People believe that working hard will result in achieving a desired level of task performance.
D) People compare their personal outcomes to others' outcomes with the result of perceived equity.
E) People will make equity comparisons whenever rewards are allocated.

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Equity theory is based on the idea that people measure the fairness of their work outcomes relative to their work inputs and the outcomes and inputs of others. It is not based on the belief that working hard will necessarily result in achieving a desired level of task performance.

Which of the Following Is FALSE About Equity Theory