Research indicates that as a result of perceived positive inequity,a worker might be expected to produce any of the following behaviors EXCEPT:
A) increasing the quantity of work.
B) improving the quality of work.
C) reducing the current work effort.
D) taking on more difficult assignments.

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Perceived positive inequity refers to an individual's belief that they are receiving more outcomes (such as pay, recognition, or opportunities) relative to their inputs (such as effort or skills) compared to others. In this scenario, the worker would feel fortunate and be motivated to increase their work effort, take on more challenging assignments, improve the quality of their work, or seek additional responsibilities to maintain their perceived advantage. Reducing current work effort would be contradictory to the effects of positive inequity, so option C is the correct answer.

Research Indicates That as a Result of Perceived Positive Inequity,a