Explain What Is Meant by a Social Construct and Why

question 120

Essay

Explain what is meant by a social construct and why sociologists describe race as a social construct.

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Definitions:

Inhibit Impulse

The psychological mechanism through which an individual restrains or controls their instincts or desires.

Goal-directed Behaviors

Represents actions that are performed with a specific outcome or goal in mind.

Immediate Reward

A benefit received directly following a certain action or behavior, which can reinforce the behavior and encourage its repetition.

Intrinsic Motivation

Intrinsic motivation is the drive to act for the enjoyment or satisfaction derived from the activity itself, rather than external rewards.