Which of the following statements is supported by the equity theory?
A)Inequity causes dissatisfaction.
B)Equity will result in an effort to restore balance.
C)If the ratios of outcomes/inputs are equivalent, people will be dissatisfied.
D)Assessments of equity are usually made objectively.
E)Equity causes people to be dissatisfied with their treatment.

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Under equity theory, the person who believes his or her outcome/input ratio is lower than another's will feel inequitably treated. Inequity causes dissatisfaction and leads to an attempt to restore balance to the relationship. Assessments of equity are not made objectively.

Which of the Following Statements Is Supported by the Equity