Lucy's family is poor. Although they wish they were more prosperous, they take comfort in the love and support they provide to each other and consider themselves quite happy. As a result, Lucy's family does not endorse proposed changes to the laws that would provide them with better health insurance. Their behavior can be explained by ________ theory.
A) self-perception
B) self-affirmation
C) system-justification
D) balance

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System justification theory proposes that individuals tend to support the existing social and political system and its norms, even when it may not benefit them. This can explain why Lucy's family would not endorse changes to the laws that could provide them with better health insurance, as they may feel a sense of loyalty or acceptance towards the current system.

Lucy's Family Is Poor