Luke Has Just Received a Stern Lecture from His Mother

question 143

Multiple Choice

Luke has just received a stern lecture from his mother about his lack of motivation. According to sociologists, Luke has just received a __________.

• A)value reinforcement
• B)positive sanction
• C)norm violation
• D)negative sanction

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Definitions:

Loneliness

A complex and usually unpleasant emotional response to isolation or lack of companionship, often involving feelings of disconnectedness or social disengagement.

Social Loafing

The inclination of people to put in less effort when they are part of a group compared to when they work solo.

Interpersonal Glue

The emotional or social bonds that hold group members together, fostering unity and cooperation.

Homogeneous Groups

Teams or groups composed of members who share similar characteristics, backgrounds, or attributes, leading to uniformity in perspectives.