Consider How Realistic Conflict Theory Has Played a Role in How

question 172

Multiple Choice

Consider how realistic conflict theory has played a role in how Chinese immigrants were seen in the U.S. When they were competing with white miners during the gold rush, they were seen __________, but when they were helping construct the transcontinental railroad, they were seen __________.

• A) favorably; unfavorably
• B) neutrally; unfavorably
• C) unfavorably; favorably
• D) favorably; neutrally

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Definitions:

Alderfer's ERG Theory

A motivation theory that categorizes human needs into three groups: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth, suggesting that individuals are motivated by the fulfillment of these needs in varying degrees.

Distributive Justice

Concerns the fair allocation of resources and benefits among members of a society or group.

Fairly Allocated

The perception or condition of resources, duties, or rewards being distributed in a just and equitable manner among all parties.

Procedural Justice

The fairness and transparency of the processes that lead to outcomes or decisions.