Discuss the Emergence of "The Cotton South," and Explain the Impact

question 48

Essay

Discuss the emergence of "the Cotton South," and explain the impact of the cotton boom on southern society.

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Definitions:

Contingent Reward

A leadership approach that uses the promise of reward to motivate followers to achieve agreed upon goals, making the reward conditional on performance.

Cognitive Shortcuts

Mental strategies that simplify decision-making by using approximate, quick solutions instead of detailed analysis.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalizations about groups of people that may or may not reflect reality.

Gender Stereotypes

Preconceived notions or beliefs about the characteristics, roles, and behaviors of men and women based on their gender.