"I haven't missed a day of work in the past year, and I'm committed to this company, so I determined that a 20 percent salary increase is warranted for reasons of fairness," said Ted to his supervisor. In reply, Liz asked, "How did you determine that a 20 percent salary increase is fair?" If Ted had used equity theory as a basis for his request, he would have replied, "To determine a proper salary increase: a. I made comparisons with others' salaries."
b. I demonstrated a positive attitude as expected of me."
c. I evaluated how much I am respected."
d. I sought intrinsic rewards for myself."
e. I sought job enlargement in my position."

a. I made comparisons with others' salaries."

Explanation:

Equity theory simply refers to the principle that the actions of individuals are based on fairness and in a situation whereby there's no fairness or equity, the workers will seek to address such differences.

According to the equity theory, workers believe that everyone who puts in a similar input should get a similar reward. Therefore, in this case since Ted used the equity theory, he'll make a comparison with the salary of others.

d, conspicuous consumption is when you try to increase your wealth or social status (and in the case he's trying to create the perception of wealth considering he can't really afford it)

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