All of the Following Statements About the Equity Theory of Motivation

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the equity theory of motivation are correct EXCEPT:

A) It is a content theory of motivation.
B) It is best known through the work of J. Stacy Adams.
C) Its essence is that perceived inequity is a motivating state.
D) It holds that people try to resolve the inequities they perceive they are experiencing.
E) It holds that people who feel underpaid will reduce their work efforts to compensate for missing rewards.