Beatrice has a perceived inequity with Tobias. She decided that Tobias might work a little harder than she does, therefore she picks someone else who matches her own work ethic, Jeanine. Once Beatrice has done this, she perceives an equity of fairness and feels better about her own work situation. Beatrice decided to do which of the six behaviors stated in the textbook that changes perceived inequity?
A) change equity theory person
B) change inputs
C) pick another "other"
D) attempt to change outcomes

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Beatrice's action of picking someone else (Jeanine) who matches her own work ethic instead of comparing herself to Tobias is an example of picking another "other." This means she is choosing a different person for comparison to assess equity in her work situation.

Beatrice Has a Perceived Inequity with Tobias