How Does Relative Deprivation Contribute to Unsustainable Behavior

question 38

Multiple Choice

How does relative deprivation contribute to unsustainable behavior?

• A)When people feel deprived relative to others, they seek material things they don't actually need.
• B)When people are deprived of basic necessities, they don't have the luxury of considering the ecological impact of their behaviors.
• C)When people are deprived relative to others in their social group, they deprioritize sustainability in favor of climbing the social ladder.
• D)When people's extended family members are materially deprived, they have a tendency to take more than their fair share of pooled resources.

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Definitions:

Poverty Category

A classification for individuals or families whose income falls below a certain threshold, making it difficult to meet basic living expenses.

Millionaires

Individuals whose net worth or wealth is equal to or exceeds one million units of currency.

Income Inheritance

The transference of wealth or assets from one individual to another upon the death of the former, typically through a legal process or will.

Poverty Rate

The percentage of the population living below the national poverty line, indicating the extent of poverty in a country.