Groups Are an Important Component of Social Structure

question 77

Multiple Choice

Groups are an important component of social structure.A(n) ______________group consists of two or more people who interact frequently and share a common identity and a feeling of interdependence.

• A)social
• B)acting
• C)primary
• D)secondary

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Definitions:

McDonaldization

The process by which the principles of the fast-food industry, such as efficiency, predictability, and control, dominate other sectors of society.

WalMart-ization

The process by which large corporations replicate the business model of Wal-Mart, focusing on the high efficiency of supply chains and low prices, often at the expense of small businesses and local economies.

Modernization

The process through which a society transforms itself from a traditional to a more contemporary form, often seen in technological advancement, social change, and economic development.

Industrialization

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale, often leading to significant social, economic, and cultural changes.