What Term Do Sociologists Use for the Group Whose Members

question 120

Multiple Choice

What term do sociologists use for the group whose members are disadvantaged and subjected to unequal treatment by the dominant group,because of physical or cultural characteristics,and who regard themselves as objects of collective discrimination?

• A) socially depressed
• B) minority
• C) marginalized
• D) powerless

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Definitions:

Distinctiveness

The quality of being clearly different or unique in some aspect from other objects or individuals.

Ethnocentric Thinking

The belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often accompanied by a dismissal or devaluation of other cultures.

Outgroup Members

Individuals who are perceived as not belonging to one's own group, often seen as different or separate from the in-group.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that dictates that individuals should return the favor or kindness that others have done for them.