Equity Theory
The role of equity
Means fairness.
Elaine Webster and her colleagues (1978) said what matters most with equity is that both
partners’ level of profit is roughly the same.
When there is a lack of equity, then one partner over benefits and the other under benefits
leading to dissatisfaction and unhappiness through anger, hostility, resentment and
humiliation. The over benefitted partner will likely feel discomfort and shame.
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The role of equity
Means fairness.
Elaine Webster and her colleagues (1978) said what matters most with equity is that both
partners’ level of profit is roughly the same.
When there is a lack of equity, then one partner over benefits and the other under benefits
leading to dissatisfaction and unhappiness through anger, hostility, resentment and
humiliation. The over benefitted partner will likely feel discomfort and shame.
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