Fashions May Serve a Number of Functions in Society

question 72

Multiple Choice

Fashions may serve a number of functions in society. Which of the following is not one of them?

• A) provide relief from banality
• B) provide a method of defining oneself with regard to actual or aspired status
• C) increase anonymity by masking social status
• D) function as a status marker
• E) communicate information about one's attitudes

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Definitions:

Orgasms

The peak of sexual pleasure, characterized by intense physical and emotional sensations, followed by a release of tension.

Machismo

denotes a cultural attitude or ideal that emphasizes male strength, dominance, and virility.

Virilismo

A condition in females characterized by the development of male features, such as excessive body hair and deepening of the voice, typically due to hormonal imbalances.

Sexual Prowess

The skill, confidence, or efficiency shown by an individual in sexual activities or encounters.