An Individual Uses More Public Resources for Their Own Gain

question 48

Multiple Choice

An individual uses more public resources for their own gain because they worry that others will do the same and the resources will soon run out. This is an example of which sociological concept?

• A) tragedy of the commons
• B) public goods dilemma
• C) mass society theory
• D) relative deprivation theory

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Definitions:

Complex

In psychology, a complex is a core pattern of emotions, memories, perceptions, and wishes in the personal unconscious organized around a common theme, such as power or status.

Persona

The aspect of an individual's character that is presented to or perceived by others; a social facade.

Extraverted Thinking

A cognitive style characterized by decision-making based on external criteria and logically derived solutions.

Logical

Characterized by clear, sound reasoning or a coherent form of thought based on premises which leads invariably to a conclusion.