If You Catch Yourself Being Ethnocentric, You Are Likely ________

question 54

Multiple Choice

If you catch yourself being ethnocentric, you are likely ________.

• A)demonstrating pride in the values and behaviours of the culture to which you belong
• B)unconsciously adopting the behaviours of different cultures that you interact with
• C)appreciating ethnic differences among people
• D)thinking that the people of another culture are "doing it all wrong"
• E)participating in cultural behaviours that characterize an ethnicity

Understand the concepts of group dynamics, including formation, structure, roles, and communication patterns.

Grasp the distinction between types of norms (descriptive vs. injunctive) and their roles within social groups.

Comprehend the process and effects of resocialization and convergence within groups.

Recognize the impact of role ambiguity and its consequences on group members and overall group function.

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Definitions:

Observable

A characteristic or phenomenon that can be seen, measured, or otherwise detected through empirical methods.

Self-interest

The pursuit of individual advantage or profit, often regarded as a basic economic driving force.

Adam Smith

An 18th-century Scottish economist and philosopher, often considered the father of modern economics, best known for his theory of the invisible hand guiding free markets.

Competitive Markets

Markets where numerous producers and consumers interact, leading to price determination by supply and demand forces.