According to social identity theory, why do claire (the princess) and her friends laugh at others below their social stature in "the breakfast club"? a. to make themselves feel better about their social status b. bullies have low self-esteem c. to maintain their self-esteem and social status d. they want to be seen as individuals

The correct answer is option - C. to maintain their self-esteem and social status.

Explanation:

Social identity theory explains that social identity is the sense of an individual person who they are based on the social group they belong to. It also suggests that the groups they belong are an essential and important reason for pride and self-esteem.

The pride and self-esteem influence the superiority and inferiority and discrimination on the basis of the social stature.

Thus, the correct answer is option - C.

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