Justin used to assemble 18 desks per hour during his shift for the furniture company he works for. Then he found out that other workers who only assemble 13 to 15 desks per hour were receiving the same compensation as he was. Justin now assembles 14 desk per hour. What is this an example of?

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This is an example of equity theory, which suggests that individuals compare their inputs (such as effort and skill) to their outputs (such as compensation and recognition) with those of others in similar positions. Justin has realized that his inputs are greater than those of his coworkers but his compensation is the same, leading to feelings of inequality.

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