Talcott Parsons Elaborated on the Work of Emile Durkheim and Max

question 36

Multiple Choice

Talcott Parsons elaborated on the work of Emile Durkheim and Max Weber to argue ________________. borrowed notions from ________________ to argue that Western societies were more evolved than the rest of the world.

• A) non-Western societies were more rational and individualistic than Western societies
• B) non-Western societies could only become industrialized if their values and identities transformed to be similar to Western cultural and social norms
• C) societies were value systems in which individuals followed a common set of beliefs, practices, and norms
• D) rapid economic growth could lead to political instability
• E) a collectivist social identity enhanced individual entrepreneurship, innovations, and technological and economic changes

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Definitions:

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, encompassing various aspects of human experience and cognitive processes.

Law and Order Stage

A stage in moral development where individuals value fixed rules, authority, and the maintenance of the social order.

Moral Development

The process by which individuals develop their understanding of right and wrong, influencing their behavior and attitudes toward ethical issues.

Ethical Behavior

Conduct that is in accordance with what is considered morally right or acceptable in a society, profession, or industry.