A situation in which people believe they are not doing well economically in comparison to others is called

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Relative deprivation refers to the perception that one is not doing well economically or socially compared to others, even if they are objectively doing relatively well. This is based on comparison with others rather than an absolute measure of poverty or deprivation. Absolute deprivation (A) refers to lacking basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing. Income inequality (C) refers to the unequal distribution of income within a society. The feminization of poverty (D) refers to the disproportionate number of women living in poverty. Poverty perceptions (E) may encompass both relative and absolute deprivation but is not a commonly used term in social science literature.

A Situation in Which People Believe They Are Not Doing