The Greater the Outcomes at Stake in Any Conflict, the More

question 4

Multiple Choice

The greater the outcomes at stake in any conflict, the more committed will the various competing groups become. This insight is best illustrated in chapter twelve by:

• A) the election of president Fernando Henrique Cardoso in Brazil
• B) the new constitution proposed by Boris Yeltsin in 1993
• C) Jesse Jackson's favoring of affirmative action in the U.S.
• D) the politics of medical malpractice lawsuits in the U.S.
• E) the politics of racial policy in the U.S.

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Definitions:

Maladjustment

Failure to adjust appropriately to environmental circumstances or to the demands of society or personal expectations.

Identity Status

The stage of development, conceptualized by James Marcia, that involves exploring and making decisions about one's role in society and personal beliefs and values.

Frequent, Intense Conflict

Regular and severe disagreements or arguments, often leading to stress or relationship breakdowns.

At Risk

A term used to describe individuals or groups who are vulnerable to potential negative outcomes or dangers due to various factors or conditions.