James Davies argues that relative deprivation,not absolute deprivation,is what motivates revolution.Relative deprivation is the discrepancy between:
A)those who believe society should be guided by religious faith and those who believe that capitalism should be the focus
B)those who own the means of production and workers
C)the educated and those with less skills
D)the lives people are forced to lead and what they think could realistically be achieved
E)none of the above

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Relative deprivation refers to the difference between the lives people are forced to lead and what they think could realistically be achieved. This sense of deprivation can lead to frustration and anger, particularly when people feel that others in their society have more opportunities and resources. Absolute deprivation, on the other hand, refers to a lack of basic necessities like food, shelter, and healthcare, which can certainly motivate revolution but is not the main focus of Davies's argument. The other answer choices do not accurately describe relative deprivation.

James Davies Argues That Relative Deprivation,not Absolute Deprivation,is What Motivates