When Would Religious Rituals and Superstitious Behavior (Such as Not

question 169

Multiple Choice

When would religious rituals and superstitious behavior (such as not stepping on cracks) be considered compulsive behaviors?

• A) when done to provide comfort and reduce tension
• B) when done more than once a day
• C) when they interfere with daily function and cause distress
• D) never

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Definitions:

Cultural Diversity

The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society, celebrating differences in traditions, languages, and values.

Conflicts

Disagreements or disputes between parties that may arise from differing opinions, interests, or values.

Power Distance

A cultural dimension that describes the extent to which less powerful members of organizations and institutions accept and expect that power is distributed unequally.

Societies

Groups of individuals involved in persistent social interaction, or a large social grouping sharing the same geographical or social territory, typically subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural expectations.