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The Term "Conformance Quality" Refers to the Relative Level of Performance

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The term "conformance quality" refers to the relative level of performance of a product as compared to competing products. For instance, certain luxury sedans are said to be of "higher quality" than some low-priced sub-compact automobiles.


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Folkway

Informal norms or everyday habits that shape routine social behaviors, not strictly enforced but traditionally followed within a society.

Culture Shock

The feeling of disorientation experienced by someone when they are suddenly subjected to an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of attitudes.

Oberg

Refers to Kalervo Oberg, an anthropologist known for introducing the concept of "culture shock" and studying the adjustment processes of cross-cultural transitions.

Cultural Myths

Narratives shared within a culture that embody the values, ideals, and beliefs of that society, often serving as explanations for social norms or phenomena.

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