According to Equity Theory:
A)we compare ourselves with a comparison other only when we are certain that inequity exists.
B)our comparison other never exists in real life.
C)our comparison other is always someone in another organization.
D)we choose people as comparison others only when we know that they receive fewer outcomes than we do.
E)none of these statements are true.

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Equity Theory, proposed by John Stacey Adams, suggests that individuals assess their job satisfaction and motivation by comparing their job inputs and outcomes with those of comparison others. This comparison can be with real or imagined individuals, within or outside their organization, and is not limited to those who receive fewer outcomes. Therefore, none of the provided statements accurately reflect the principles of Equity Theory.