Which of the Following Statements About Social Norms Is FALSE

question 243

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about social norms is FALSE?

• A) Social norms are rules that define acceptable and expected behavior for members of various groups.
• B) Cultural differences, ethnicity, and gender are factors that influence social norms.
• C) Age, disability, and sexual orientation have not been shown to influence social norms.
• D) Social norms are too often based on the behavior of white middle-class males, rather
• Than being culturally sensitive.

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