Mary believes that she is poor because she feels inferior,powerless,and lacks work ethic.Mary's beliefs best characterize ______.

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Mary's beliefs align with the culture of poverty thesis proposed by Oscar Lewis, which argues that the poor have a unique culture characterized by specific attitudes, beliefs, and values that perpetuate poverty. These include a sense of powerlessness, a lack of work ethic, and low self-esteem.

Mary Believes That She Is Poor Because She Feels Inferior,powerless,and