Why Is Ethnocentrism Inconsistent with the Sociological Perspective

question 46

Multiple Choice

Why is ethnocentrism inconsistent with the sociological perspective?

• A)Because ethnocentrism instills a sense of pride in one's culture
• B)Because ethnocentrism can lead to intense culture shock
• C)Because sociological training makes one immune to ethnocentrism
• D)Because ethnocentrism restricts one's ability to appreciate cultural diversity

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A steep, typically butte-shaped topographic feature composed of volcanic materials that formed in the conduit within or beneath a volcanic vent and that were more resistant to erosion than surrounding materials.

Batholith

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Oceanic Settings

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