A Good Buffer ________

question 122

Multiple Choice

A good buffer ________.

• A) diverts attention from the problem
• B) establishes common ground with the reader
• C) indicates that the message contains good news
• D) is a statement unrelated to the point of the message

Understand the concept of social stratification and its manifestations in various societies.

Recognize the intersections of race, gender, ethnicity, and economic status in the context of social class.

Identify different systems of social stratification, such as class, caste, and apartheid.

Analyze the effects of social stratification on individuals' life chances and opportunities.

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Definitions:

Geographically Distributed

Pertaining to entities, individuals, or systems that are spread out across different geographic locations.

Social Comparison

Social comparison is the process by which individuals evaluate their own opinions and abilities by comparing themselves to others, to assess their worth or status.

Implicit Influence

Refers to the subtle or indirect impact that affects individuals' attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors without their conscious awareness.

Conversion Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that minority groups can influence the majority through consistency and confidence in their viewpoints.