Normative Theories

question 9

Multiple Choice

Normative theories:

• A) prescribe what should be the case based on a specific objective.
• B) are based on what is happening in the world.
• C) explain why people behave in certain ways.
• D) predicts unobserved phenomena.

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Definitions:

Individualism

A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control.

Performance-orientation

A focus on achieving high standards, efficiency, and excellence in task outcomes and individual performance within an organization or team.

Socialism

A political and economic ideology advocating for public or collective ownership of the means of production and distribution of goods.

Rational Persuasion

A method of influencing others through logical arguments and factual evidence to convince them of a viewpoint or decision.