Chuck is concerned with what he considers to be an unfair situation at work. Although he put in 10 hours of overtime last week, he received the same pay as a co-worker who didn't put in any overtime. This week he decided to take an extra hour for lunch every day. Using the terminology of equity theory, Chuck has decided to ____.
A)increase his efficiency
B)decrease his inputs
C)increase his outcomes
D)increase his inputs
E)decrease his outcomes

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Negative inequity might be resolved by asking for a raise or a promotion (i.e., raising outputs) or by reducing inputs (i.e., working fewer hours or exerting less effort).

Chuck Is Concerned with What He Considers to Be an Unfair