For an individual to feel equitably treated, the input/outcome ratio must be similar to the other individual's ratio with whom he or she is comparing.

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This statement is true according to equity theory, which suggests that people judge fairness based on the ratio of their inputs (effort, contributions, etc.) to outcomes (rewards, pay, benefits, etc.) in comparison to the ratio of others' inputs and outcomes. When the ratios are perceived as equal, individuals feel equitably treated.

For an Individual to Feel Equitably Treated, the Input/outcome Ratio