Social Patterns Entrenched in Hierarchy and Stratification Have Emerged

question 37

Multiple Choice

Social patterns entrenched in hierarchy and stratification have emerged:

• A) only more recently in human history when compared to egalitarian social patterns.
• B) much earlier in human history when compared to egalitarian social patterns.
• C) most prominently among hunter-gatherer societies.
• D) as the basis of Amish and Hutterite communities.
• E) mostly in societies with a strong principle of reciprocity.

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Definitions:

Power Imbalance

A situation in which one party in a relationship possesses significantly more influence or control than the other.

Hostile Work Environment

A workplace situation where an employee experiences harassment or discrimination that is severe or pervasive enough to create an intimidating or abusive environment.

Clinical Depression

A more severe form of depression, also known as major depressive disorder, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration that interfere with daily life for weeks or longer.

Excessive Worry

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