realistic conflict theory Flashcards
1
Q
intergroup conflict
A
negative out-group bias/ denigration (putting down the other group) or in-group favouritism (favouring your own group or viewing them more positively).
2
Q
what does RCT assume about people
A
that people are selfish and will try to maximise their
own rewards
3
Q
zero sum gain
A
there can only be one winner. This will increase levels of prejudice
between groups. E.g. there can only be one winner of the World Cup.
4
Q
super ordinate goals
A
are mutually-desirable goals that cannot be obtained without the
participation of two or more groups
