Asked by naman dhiman on May 14, 2024

verifed

Verified

Someone endorsing the idea that their country would be better off if we cared less about how equal all people are is high in:

A) social dominance orientation.
B) the need for structured knowledge.
C) the trait of disidentification.
D) right-wing authoritarianism.

Social Dominance Orientation

An individual's degree of preference for inequality among social groups and the endorsement of ideologies that promote this inequality.

Right-Wing Authoritarianism

A personality and ideological framework characterized by submission to authorities, adherence to conventional norms, and hostility towards those who dissent.

Trait of Disidentification

A psychological process where individuals detach their self-esteem from outcomes in a specific domain to protect their overall self-worth.

  • Acquire knowledge about the mechanisms of social dominance orientation and its repercussions on political and social perspectives.
verifed

Verified Answer

JM
Jesus_ MagdalenoMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Social dominance orientation is characterized by a desire for one's own group to have higher status and dominance over other groups, including the belief that some groups are inherently inferior. The idea that a country would be better off if it cared less about equality is consistent with this orientation. Choice B, need for structured knowledge, and choice C, disidentification, are not relevant. Right-wing authoritarianism (choice D) may also be related to a preference for inequality, but the given statement specifically mentions caring less about equality, which is more directly related to social dominance orientation.