Question

Aidan, CEO of a tech-giant, works for more than 10 hours a day and receives compensation according to his efforts. Jacob is an employee in the same company and works for five hours a day and receives a salary which is half the amount of Aidan's salary. According to some social-psychological theorists, Aidan and Jacob will perceive themselves as having ________ in this scenario.

Answer 1

an equitable relationship.

Step-by-step explanation:

The equity theory suggests that the distribution of the resources should be done fairly in both partners. The theory was first theorized by John Stacy Adams in the 1960s. The distribution of resources are calculated by comparing contribution and benefits. This theory helps to find a fair balance between all the employees by distributing resources as per their contribution.

In the given case, Aidan and Jacob are receiving their salary as per their contribution. Aidan, who is the CEO of the company contributes and gives input to the company of 10 hours whereas Jacob works for 5 hours.

So, they both are receiving their salary according to the equity theory and thus they share an equitable relationship.