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Intro to Business

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Equity theory is a concept in organizational psychology that suggests employee motivation is influenced by their perception of fairness in the workplace, especially in how rewards and burdens are distributed. It posits that individuals assess their job inputs and outcomes relative to those of others and then adjust their effort accordingly.

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