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    Question

    According to AdamsтАЩ Equity Theory, an employee

    experiencing over-reward inequity is most likely to:
    A Reduce effort to restore balance Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Increase inputs by working harder Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Seek to change the referent group Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ignore the disparity altogether Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E File a grievance with management Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In over-reward situations, individuals often experience guilt and attempt to increase their inputs (work harder, increase cooperation) to restore perceived equity. Under-reward тЖТ reduce effort; over-reward тЖТ increase effort.

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