According to equity theory, the overpaid worker
A)should not experience inequity.
B)may increase inputs to achieve equity.
C)may reduce inputs to achieve equity.
D)may increase outcomes to achieve equity.
E)may reduce inputs and increase outcomes to achieve equity.

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According to equity theory, an overpaid worker may feel guilty or perceive an imbalance in their work-reward ratio. To restore equity, they might increase their inputs (effort, quality of work, hours, etc.) to match the perceived overpayment.

According to Equity Theory, the Overpaid Worker