Carol and Amir Met When They Were Reporters for the Local

question 88

Multiple Choice

Carol and Amir met when they were reporters for the local newspaper.They later discovered that they had attended the same college and had many friends and acquaintances in common.The possibility that Carol and Amir might marry because they are similar to each other in many ways is known as

• A) social exchange theory.
• B) homogamy theory.
• C) social role theory.
• D) attachment theory.

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Definitions:

Homogenization

The process of making things uniform, leading to a lack of diversity; often referred to in the context of globalization or corporate culture.

Differentiation

The act of distinguishing or creating differences between products, services, or businesses to gain a competitive advantage.

Social Identity Theory

A psychological framework that posits individuals derive part of their self-concept from their perceived membership in social groups.

Social Categories

Groups of people sharing common characteristics, often used to classify individuals based on aspects like race, gender, or religion.