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:

Avoidance

Involves pretending a conflict does not really exist.

Pretending

is the act of simulating or giving the appearance of a particular state, condition, or attribute, often to deceive or for playful purposes.

Common Goals

Shared objectives or aims among a group of individuals or within an organization that guide collective efforts and actions.

Mutually Desirable

A situation or agreement that is welcomed and beneficial to all parties involved.