"Where low-wage workers of one race and high-wage workers of another compete for the same jobs, high-wage workers are likely to resent the presence of the low-wage competitors. Conflict is bound to result, and racist attitudes develop or get reinforced." This is the basic argument of which theory?

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The theory being described is the split labour market theory, which argues that in situations where low-wage workers of one race and high-wage workers of another compete for the same jobs, racial conflict and discrimination are likely to occur. This theory emphasizes the role that economic competition plays in creating and reinforcing racist attitudes and behavior.

"Where Low-Wage Workers of One Race and High-Wage Workers of Another