What Theoretical Perspective Argues That Technology Plays a Defining Role

question 23

Multiple Choice

What theoretical perspective argues that technology plays a defining role in shaping society?

• A) technological determinism
• B) symbolic interactionism
• C) structural functionalism
• D) idealism

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Definitions:

Standard Labour Hours

The estimated hours required to produce a unit of product, used in planning and efficiency analysis.

Actual Total Labour Cost

The real expense incurred for labor during the production process, covering all employees directly involved in manufacturing.

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the expected quantity according to standards.

Direct Material Used

The raw materials directly incorporated into a product during the manufacturing process.