When differences in pay occur within an organization, it may be due to unintended bias within the system and is often not intentionally unethical, even though it occurs often. It is essential for human resources professionals to learn how to research and ultimately determine pay equity and rewards fairness. Define "pay equity" and explain what this term means for professionals, society, and organizations. Explain what a pay gap is and what causes most pay gaps. Recommend one way to close pay gaps