An Emic Approach to the Study of Culture Is One

question 1

Multiple Choice

An emic approach to the study of culture is one that emphasizes:

• A)The description of a culture from the point of view of a member of the culture.
• B)The comparison of similar parts of different cultures.
• C)The study of the ecological adaptation of a culture.
• D)Ethnocentrism and cultural relativism.
• E)The search for general laws or principles that can be applied to all human cultures.

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Definitions:

Voluntary Behaviors

Actions that individuals choose to perform of their own free will, without being influenced by external forces or pressures.

Operants

Behaviors that are controlled or modified by their consequences, a concept central to operant conditioning in behavioral psychology.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology principle where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a desired behavior.

Pleasant Event

An enjoyable or satisfying occurrence that can have a positive effect on one’s emotional or mental state.