A Group Whose Members and Others Think of Their Way

question 75

Multiple Choice

A group whose members and others think of their way of life as in some significant way different from that of other people in the larger society.

• A) minority
• B) subculture
• C) ethnicity
• D) deviants

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Definitions:

Characteristics

Distinguishing traits, qualities, or attributes that define or identify a person, object, or concept.

Impression Management

A conscious or subconscious process in which individuals attempt to influence the perceptions of other people about a person, object, or event by regulating and controlling information in social interaction.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by organization, dependability, diligence, and a strong sense of duty.

Commitments

Obligations or pledges to do something, often implying a promise made to others or oneself.