The theory that proposes that people want to have a positive self-view, a large part of which comes from how positively they view the groups they belong to, is
A) cognitive theory.
B) evolutionary theory.
C) social identity theory.
D) psychodynamic theory.

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The theory that explains that people derive their positive self-view from how positively they view the groups they belong to is known as social identity theory. This theory highlights the importance of group identity in shaping the individual's self-concept and behavior. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

The Theory That Proposes That People Want to Have a Positive