Mara and Bill Have Been Romantically Involved for Two Years

Mara and Bill have been romantically involved for two years. At this point, Mara believes she is giving a lot to the relationship and getting little. Bill is giving little and getting a lot. What would equity theory say about their relationship?

A) It is equitable because they are each getting what they put in.
B) It is inequitable because the ratios for each person are not equivalent.
C) It is equitable because the giving and getting balance out.
D) It is inequitable because only one person's costs and benefits need to be considered.