Realistic Group Conflict Theory Posits That Prejudice and Discrimination Arise

question 66

Multiple Choice

Realistic group conflict theory posits that prejudice and discrimination arise from

• A) deficits in self-control.
• B) erroneous categorizing and subtyping processes.
• C) threats to self-esteem.
• D) competition over limited resources.

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Definitions:

Structural Approaches

Methods or frameworks that focus on the organization, arrangement, and interrelationship of parts within a system, often used in the study of social structures or architectural planning.

Bureaucratic Organisation

An organization structured on formal procedures, hierarchy, and a clear division of labor, which emphasizes control and standardization.

Max Weber

A German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist known for his theory on the structure of authority and his analysis of bureaucracy.

Performance Deficiencies

Situations where an individual's or organization's performance falls below an established standard or expectation.