Which of the Following Does Your Text Suggest as the Reason

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does your text suggest as the reason different people have different ethical standards?

• A) Some people focus only on their own personal goals.
• B) Ethical standards depend on what level of the organization one works at.
• C) Each individual is a product of his or her culture,upbringing,and other influences.
• D) Ethical behavior is directly linked to the amount of money one makes.
• E) It is not clear why different people have different ethical standards.

Understand the significance of symbolic interaction in the concept of deviance.

Explain the process and implications of labeling in deviance.

Gain insight into the use of phenomenology and ethnography in studying deviance.

Distinguish between primary and secondary deviance and their stages in the labeling process.

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Definitions:

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character, influencing behaviors and attitudes.

Informal Status System

The unspoken, unofficial hierarchy within an organization or group, often based on respect, expertise, or social affiliations rather than formal roles.

Status Symbols

Objects or titles that indicate an individual’s social position or wealth.

Company Cars

Vehicles provided by employers for the use of their employees as part of their job benefits.