According to the Textbook, Why Are Personal Terms of Endearment

question 145

Multiple Choice

According to the textbook, why are personal terms of endearment that people invent in intimate relationships not an element of culture?

• A) They are not symbolic.
• B) They do not solve a real-life problem.
• C) They do not contribute to social solidarity.
• D) They are not shared by a large number of people.

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Definitions:

Decision-making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action among several alternatives to achieve a desired outcome.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or bias against an individual or group without sufficient knowledge, thought, or reason.

Discrimination

The unfair or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Attitude

An established pattern of thoughts or feelings toward a person or thing, often influencing how an individual acts.