1. The equity theory proposes that ________.
A. an employee compares his or her job's input-outcomes ratio with that of relevant others and then takes steps to correct any inequity B. employees expect that exerting a given amount of effort will lead to a certain level of performance and will be demotivated if that does not happen C. offering employees part of the company's shares, or equity, motivates them to do their best because their performance directly ties in with the company's D. employees are more likely to show initiative at work if they are more involved in decisions that affect their work
2. Which of the following is true about job enlargement and job enrichment?
A. Research shows that job enrichment improves employee motivation and satisfaction. B. Expanding the scope of knowledge used in a job leads to more job satisfaction, enhanced customer service, and fewer errors. C. Research shows that job enrichment is very useful in improving the quality of work of employees. D. Job enlargement efforts that focus solely on increasing the number of tasks are largely effective in increasing employee motivation.