Which of the Following Outcomes Has Not Been Identified by Social

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following outcomes has not been identified by social psychologists as a function of gossip?

• A)Gossip allows people to project their own personal troubles or issues on others.
• B)Gossip gives people a common enemy and thus makes them feel more similar.
• C)Gossip is way to protect others and thus it makes people feel better.
• D)Gossip promotes unity among group members.
• E)Gossip serves as a source of empowerment for individuals who lack status.

Understand the impact of stereotypes and discrimination in social interactions.

Explain the core principles of various sociological theories (symbolic interactionism, conflict theory, feminism, ethnomethodology).

Identify the significance of non-verbal cues in conveying social relationships and positions.

Comprehend how people make sense of the social world and manage impressions.

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Definitions:

Premium

A premium refers to the additional amount paid for a product, service, or insurance policy over and above its basic cost.

Risk Reduction

Strategies or actions taken to decrease or mitigate the level of risk.

Expected Value

A statistical measure that calculates the average outcome of a random variable or process, factoring in all possible values and their probabilities.

Efficient Allocation

The distribution of resources in such a manner that it's impossible to improve anyone's condition without worsening someone else's.