Mike, Who Is White, Is Upset Because He Got Passed

question 51

Multiple Choice

Mike, who is white, is upset because he got passed over for a promotion by a fellow employee, who is Latino, named Joe. He proceeds to write hateful e-mails about Joe to his fellow coworkers. Mike's actions can be categorized as being driven by a ______________________ motive.

• A) political-territorial
• B) bigotry
• C) ideological
• D) criminal-materialist

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Definitions:

Internal Values

Core beliefs or principles that guide an individual's behavior and decisions from within.

Personal Standards

The set of expectations and values that an individual holds for themselves regarding their behavior, accomplishments, and ethics.

Values Formation

The process through which individuals develop their set of personal principles, morals, and ideals, often influenced by their surroundings, experiences, and education.

Modeling

The act of demonstrating a behavior, attitude, or skill with the intent that others will observe and learn to emulate it.