The First Assumption of a Synthesis Approach to Understanding Order

question 8

Multiple Choice

The first assumption of a synthesis approach to understanding order and conflict in society notes an essential paradox, which is that

• A) societies are always ordered, yet are always changing.
• B) the means of production depends on those who own them.
• C) institutions try to change even though it is their nature to remain the same.
• D) stability and change cannot both exist within a given society.

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Definitions:

Specialization

The process by which individuals, businesses, or countries focus on producing a narrow range of products or services to gain greater efficiencies.

Production Possibility Frontier

A curve depicting the maximum feasible combinations of two products that a society can produce with existing resources and technology.

Trade

The act of buying, selling, or exchanging goods and services between people, firms, or countries.

Trade

The exchange of goods and services between people or entities, often in the context of international markets.