Symbolic Interactionism Argues That People Act Toward Things on the Basis

question 86

Multiple Choice

Symbolic interactionism argues that people act toward things on the basis of their meaning. According to this perspective, how does meaning arise?

• A) Meaning is inherent in objects and actions.
• B) Meaning is learned through the study of philosophy and history.
• C) Meaning is negotiated through interaction with others.
• D) Meaning is learned through the study of science and nature.
• E) Meaning is passed on through genetics.

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