Within Groups, Informal Rules of Behavior Are Called ________

question 40

Multiple Choice

Within groups, informal rules of behavior are called ________.

• A) beliefs
• B) values
• C) norms
• D) interpersonal dynamics

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Definitions:

Social Institutions

Complexes of norms, values, and roles that structure society and organize the behavior of its members in crucial areas of life, such as family, education, religion, and the economy.

Max Weber

A German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist who is considered one of the founders of modern sociology, known for his analysis of social structure and the concept of rationalization.

Sociologists of Religion

Scholars who specialize in the study of religious institutions, practices, and beliefs and their influence on society.

Religion in General

The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods, encompassing a wide range of faiths and practices.