Which of the Following Is Characteristic of Collectivist Societies

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of collectivist societies?

• A) In collectivist societies, each person tends to focus on his or her own self-interest.
• B) In collectivist societies, compromise and conformity help maintain group harmony.
• C) In collectivist societies, ties among people are relatively loose.
• D) In collectivist societies, those who compete best are rewarded financially.

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Definitions:

Shaming

A social process of expressing disapproval aimed at inducing remorse in the person being shamed and discouraging deviant behavior.

Control Theorists

Scholars who focus on theories explaining how social control mechanisms reduce or prevent deviant behavior, emphasizing the importance of societal bonds.

Social Control

Mechanisms, strategies, and institutions aimed at regulating individual and group behavior in an attempt to enforce conformity and compliance with the norms and rules of a society.

Control Theories

A set of theories in criminology that focuses on the various social and personal factors that inhibit individuals from engaging in deviant behavior.