You graduated from college two years ago and began working at Hampstead Electronics. You have received good performance evaluations and a raise. You just found out that your organization has hired a recent college graduate with no experience at a higher salary than you are now making. You consider this an unfair act and resolve to do something about it. Which of the following theories best describes such a situation?

a. equity theory
b. self-determination theory
c. goal-setting theory
d. two-factor theory
e. theory of needs

Definition:

Equity theory focuses on determining whether the distribution of resources is fair to both relational partners.

A. Equity Theory

Explanation:

It is clearly unfair, for someone who has no experience in the field, yet they get a higher salary than you even though you have experience. You are trying to resolve that situation so it can be fair hence my reasoning for why the answer is A.

b. take periodic breaks and alternate between tasks.  

will increase work efficiency, and avoid health issues.

answer; niosh, the national institute for occupational safety and health;