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Question
Which psychological theory of compensation is concerned with the perceptions people have about how they are treated in comparison with significant others, specifically focusing on inputs and outputs?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Page 14 describes Equity theory: 'Equity theory is concerned with the perceptions people have about how they are treated in comparison with significant others. It is concerned with inputs and outputs comparisons of significant others.'
Hint
This theory focuses on fairness and relative comparisons.