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What is the main focus of equity theory?
What is the main focus of equity theory?
The importance of fairness in a relationship
How does equity theory define equity?
How does equity theory define equity?
When everyone is treated according to their personal needs
What are the consequences of overbenefitting according to equity theory?
What are the consequences of overbenefitting according to equity theory?
Guilt and discomfort
Describe inequity in a relationship according to equity theory.
Describe inequity in a relationship according to equity theory.
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What is the key idea regarding costs and rewards in equity theory?
What is the key idea regarding costs and rewards in equity theory?
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How can partners achieve a satisfying relationship according to equity theory?
How can partners achieve a satisfying relationship according to equity theory?
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What motivates an underbenefitted partner to restore equity in a relationship?
What motivates an underbenefitted partner to restore equity in a relationship?
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How do individuals dealing with inequity change their perceptions according to equity theory?
How do individuals dealing with inequity change their perceptions according to equity theory?
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What is the correlation between perceived inequity and dissatisfaction in a relationship?
What is the correlation between perceived inequity and dissatisfaction in a relationship?
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