What theory proposes that people are motivated to seek social equity in the rewards they receive for performance?
A) Equity theory
B) Expectancy theory
C) Personal theory
D) Motivation theory

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Equity theory proposes that people are motivated to seek social equity in the rewards they receive for performance. This means that individuals compare their inputs (efforts, skills, contributions) and outputs (rewards, recognition, benefits) to those of others performing similar tasks, and seek to achieve a balance or fairness in their rewards relative to others. If they perceive inequity (i.e., they are underpaid or overpaid compared to others), they will take actions such as reducing their efforts, seeking higher rewards, or changing their reference group to restore equity.

What Theory Proposes That People Are Motivated to Seek Social