Behaviors,attitudes,and Traits Expected of Those Who Occupy a Particular Social

question 179

Multiple Choice

Behaviors,attitudes,and traits expected of those who occupy a particular social position define a

• A) norm.
• B) role.
• C) schema.
• D) syndrome.

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