To Truly Understand Why People Act the Way They Do,we

question 39

Multiple Choice

To truly understand why people act the way they do,we must understand the meanings they attach to their behaviors.Max Weber called this:

• A) functionalism.
• B) historical materialism.
• C) xenophobia.
• D) Verstehen.

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Definitions:

Assimilationism

The policy or process whereby individuals or groups of differing ethnic heritage are absorbed into the dominant culture of a society.

Dominant Group

A social group that holds the most power, wealth, and privileges in a society, often setting standards and norms.

Binary Thinking

A cognitive process of simplifying concepts, opinions, or real-world phenomena into two opposing categories, neglecting the complexity or spectrum that exists.

Racism And Sexism

Prejudice or discrimination based on race and gender.