Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of a Culture

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of a culture that has a greater tolerance for uncertainty?

• A) People like to know what will happen next.
• B) Rigid rules for behavior are enforced.
• C) Elaborate codes of conduct are enforced.
• D) People have more relaxed, informal expectations for others.

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Definitions:

Anaphase-Promoting Complex

A multiprotein complex that regulates the progression of the cell cycle by triggering the transition from metaphase to anaphase in mitosis and meiosis.

Homologous Chromosomes

Chromosomes that are similar in morphology and genetic constitution. In humans there are 23 pairs of homologous chromosomes; one member of each pair is inherited from the mother, and the other from the father.

Synapsis

The process of physical association of homologous chromosomes during prophase I of meiosis.

Anaphase I

A stage of meiosis where homologous chromosomes are separated and move to opposite poles of the cell.