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overpayment inequity

an employee’s perception that he or she is being paid at a rate that exceeds what is fair, especially in comparison with coworkers. This can lead to dissatisfaction, tension with coworkers, and efforts to restore equity. Compare underpayment inequity. See equity theory.

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May 9th 2024

motor test

motor test

any test designed to measure motor skills, ranging from gross motor to fine motor manipulation.