Which of the Following Statements About Legitimacy Is NOT True

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about legitimacy is NOT true??

• A) It fosters a sense of obligation.
• B) It is based on respect for authority.
• C) It can be achieved through coercion.
• D) It is based on beliefs and values that can change over time.

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Definitions:

Attribution

The process by which individuals explain the causes of their own and others' behavior, typically by ascribing behavior to internal dispositions or external situations.

Primary Drive

A fundamental biological need that motivates behavior, such as hunger or thirst.

Social Identity Theory

is a psychological framework that explains how people categorize themselves and others into various social groups, impacting their behavior and attitudes.

Social Categorization

The process by which individuals classify others into groups based on shared characteristics, often to simplify social perception.