"I haven't missed a day of work in the past year, and I'm committed to this company, so I determined that a 20 percent salary increase is warranted for reasons of fairness," said Ted to his supervisor. In reply, Liz asked, "How did you determine that a 20 percent salary increase is fair?" If Ted had used equity theory as a basis for his request, he would have replied, "To determine a proper salary increase: a. I made comparisons with others' salaries."
b. I demonstrated a positive attitude as expected of me."
c. I evaluated how much I am respected."
d. I sought intrinsic rewards for myself."
e. I sought job enlargement in my position."