Marika has been doing a very good job at work, and because of this she feels that she should get an extra $1 per hour in her salary.Instead her boss buys her a membership in the "Jelly of the Month" club to thank her for her good work, and is surprised when Marika is not excited about her bonus.Which factor of inequity is occurring?

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The factor of inequity occurring is "Wrong psychological currency," meaning Marika expected a monetary reward (an increase in salary) for her hard work, but instead received a non-monetary reward (membership in the "Jelly of the Month" club), which did not align with her expectations or desires.

Marika Has Been Doing a Very Good Job at Work