SCENARIO 4-6 You graduated from college two years ago and began working at Hampstead Electronics.You have received good performance evaluations and a raise.You just found out that a recent college graduate with no experience has been hired at a higher salary than you are now making.
Which theory will you probably use in evaluating how you regard this situation
A)equity
B)expectancy
C)goal setting
D)reinforcement
E)performance-reward

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The equity theory suggests that individuals compare their own inputs (such as effort, education, experience) and outcomes (such as salary, benefits, recognition) to those of others in similar roles or positions. In this scenario, the individual is comparing their salary (outcome) to that of a recent graduate (inputs). Therefore, they would likely use the equity theory to evaluate how they feel about this situation.

SCENARIO 4-6 You Graduated from College Two Years Ago and Began