Individualism Is Built on Two Central Themes

question 88

Multiple Choice

Individualism is built on two central themes:

• A) socialism is the preferred political philosophy and an emphasis on the importance of collective interests over individual interests
• B) an emphasis on the importance of collective interests over individual interests and the belief that the welfare of society is best served by letting a collective body determine what is in society's best interest rather than individuals
• C) the needs of society as a whole are more important than individual freedoms and the welfare of society is best served by letting a collective body determine what is in society's best interest rather than individuals
• D) the public good is more important than corporate profits and the people exist to serve the state
• E) an emphasis on the importance of guaranteeing individual freedom and self expression and the belief that the welfare of society is best served by letting people pursue their own economic self-interest

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Definitions:

Mass Media

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Acceptable Boundaries

Agreed-upon limits in relationships or interactions that respect individuals' comfort levels and rights, promoting healthy dynamics.

Scandal

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