Which Statement Best Describes Marriages That Are Arranged by Relatives

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes marriages that are arranged by relatives and those decided upon by the couple themselves?

• A)They cannot be compared because they occur in different cultural traditions.
• B)They are similar in that the couples always have the final choice whether the marriage will occur.
• C)They differ in whether the couple lives with relatives or in their own home.
• D)They are both closely tied to the values and traditions of the cultures that support them.

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Definitions:

Independent Self-Construal

An individual's perception of themselves as distinct and separate from others, emphasizing personal goals and values over group ones.

Personal Self-Construal

An individual’s perception, conception, and interpretation of themselves in relation to their social environment and internal attributes.

Other-Focused Self-Construal

A perspective where an individual's sense of self is heavily influenced by their relationships and roles within society.

Interdependent Self-Construal

A view of the self where individuals see themselves as connected to others and defined by social relationships.