A Canadian general presided over a United Nations mission ill-equipped to stop tribal warfare in Africa and the slaughter of one tribe ensued.He has since voiced the opinion that a black person's life in Africa is not treated as being worth the same as a white person's life in Eastern Europe because there are no economic interests in that part of Africa.Which ethnic relations theory coincides with the general's statement?

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The general's statement reflects the power-conflict theory, which posits that ethnic conflict is fueled by power imbalances rather than cultural or historical differences. In this case, the general suggests that the lack of economic interests in the region led to a devaluation of the lives of the affected tribe, highlighting the power imbalance between different ethnic groups.

A Canadian General Presided Over a United Nations Mission Ill-Equipped