Some Research Shows That Cultural Values and Goals Shape the Kinds

question 19

Multiple Choice

Some research shows that cultural values and goals shape the kinds of discipline that parents use with their children.One example is that Puerto Rican mothers wanted their children to recognize their obligations and connectedness to others; their goals for their children were more ____________ than the goals of European American mothers.

• A)individualistic
• B)sociocentric
• C)authoritative
• D)contextual

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Definitions:

Intimate Zone

A personal space area extending roughly 18 inches from the individual, reserved for close friends, loved ones, or intimate partners.

Social Zones

The different areas or contexts within society where various types of social interactions take place.

Spontaneous Interactions

Unplanned and unstructured exchanges among individuals, which can foster creativity, build relationships, and enhance group dynamics.

Productivity

The measure of efficiency in which inputs are converted into useful outputs, commonly used in economics and business to gauge performance.