The Belief That Conformity to a Single Language Helps to Unify

question 44

Multiple Choice

The belief that conformity to a single language helps to unify members of a society reflects which sociological perspective?

• A) functionalist perspective
• B) conflict perspective
• C) interactionist perspective
• D) global perspective

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Definitions:

Instrumental Conditioning

A method of modifying the intensity of a behavior through the use of either rewards or penalties.

Reinforcement Schedule

A strategy in behavioral psychology that determines how and when a response will be rewarded to encourage certain behavior.

Socializing Agent

Individuals, groups, or institutions that play a significant role in integrating people into society by teaching social norms, values, and beliefs.

Effectiveness

The degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result; efficiency.