What Theory Emphasizes Peoples' Striving for Justice and Views Perceptions

question 14

Multiple Choice

What theory emphasizes peoples' striving for justice and views perceptions of injustice as the cause for personal distress and intergroup conflict?

• A) Intersectionality theory
• B) Relative deprivation theory
• C) Realistic conflict theory
• D) Equity theory

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Definitions:

Four-Drive Theory

A motivational theory proposing that human beings are driven by four fundamental needs or drives: the drive to acquire, bond, learn, and defend.

Social Norms

Social norms are the accepted behaviors, values, and conventions that govern the behavior of individuals within a group or society.

Past Experience

Previous events or knowledge gained through earlier involvement in similar or related activities, influencing one's current behavior and decisions.

Emotional Signals

Expressions or manifestations of one's feelings that communicate emotional states to others, often non-verbally.