Equity Discrepancy Theory

It is the theoretical approach to job satisfaction. 

This is the combination of Equity and Discrepancy Theories.

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From Equity Theory, the concept of comparison has been selected to serve as an intervening variable.  

Under this theory, satisfaction is defined as the difference between outcomes that one perceives s/he actually received and outcomes that one feels s/he should receive in comparison with others. 

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When the individual feels that what he actually received is equal to what he perceives s/he should receive there is satisfaction. 

There is the psychological influence that the same amount of reward often can be seen quite differently by two people.

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Perceived Personal Job Input  + Perceived Input and Outcomes of Different Group = Perceived Amount that should be received (A)

Perceived Outcome of Different Groups   + Actual Outcome Received = Perceived Amount Received (B)

A = B -Satisfaction

A>B -Dissatisfaction

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A<B -Guilt Inequity Discomfort

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