According to Relative Deprivation Theory, When Are People Induced to Rebel

question 48

Multiple Choice

According to relative deprivation theory, when are people induced to rebel?

• A) when social strain increases to an uncontrollable level
• B) when expectations decrease to low levels
• C) when expectations and rewards balance one another out
• D) when increased expectations are met with decreased opportunities

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