Why Would Sociologists Be Interested in McDonaldization

question 54

Multiple Choice

Why would sociologists be interested in McDonaldization?

• A) It illustrates the "downfall" of the nuclear family.
• B) It illustrates the return to old-fashioned ideals and values.
• C) It shows how individual workers can fight against corporate powers.
• D) It shows how individual behavior is shaped by changes in broader structural patterns.

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Definitions:

Normativity

The belief or assumption that certain behaviors, values, or norms are the standard or norm, often implicitly excluding or demeaning others.

Ableism

Discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities, based on the belief that typical abilities are superior.

Wheelchair

A chair mounted on wheels designed to provide mobility to individuals who are unable to walk due to illness, injury, or disability.

GDP

Gross Domestic Product, a monetary measure that represents the market value of all final goods and services produced within a country during a specific period.