You graduated from University two years ago and began working at Dingo 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 for a similar position in another company at a higher salary than you are now making. You will likely use the ________ theory in evaluating how you regard this situation.
A)goal setting
B)expectancy
C)reinforcement
D)equity

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The situation described involves an inequity in salary between the individual and a recent college graduate with no experience. The equity theory suggests that individuals compare their own outcomes (in this case, salary) to the outcomes of others who are in similar positions. If the individual perceives an inequity, such as in this scenario, they may experience dissatisfaction or take actions to restore equity, such as asking for a raise or seeking a new job. Therefore, the best choice for this scenario is equity theory.

You Graduated from University Two Years Ago and Began Working