Components of Ideas That Are Particular to a Specific Culture

question 80

Multiple Choice

Components of ideas that are particular to a specific culture are called ________, and components that are universal across cultures are called ________.

• A) individualisms; collectivisms
• B) emics; etics
• C) cultures; values
• D) etics; emics

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Definitions:

Cultures

The shared beliefs, practices, norms, and values of a group of people, which influence their behavior and perspectives.

Concrete Operational Reasoning

A stage in cognitive development, as described by Piaget, where children aged about 7 to 12 years become capable of logical thought processes but still struggle with abstract concepts.

IQ Tests

Standardized tests designed to measure human intelligence and cognitive abilities in relation to an age group.

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and likely corresponds accurately to the real world.