In equity theory, after a(n)____ comparison in which they compare their outcomes to their inputs, employees then make a(n)____ comparison in which they compare their O/I ratio with the O/I ratio of a referent.
A)tangible; intangible
B)lower level; higher level
C)predictable; unpredictable
D)internal; external
E)extrinsic; intrinsic

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In equity theory, employees first make an internal comparison of their own outcomes to inputs (O/I ratio) and then make an external comparison with the O/I ratio of a referent (another person or group).

In Equity Theory, After A(n)____ Comparison in Which They Compare