Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. According to Alfred Schultz, scientists use typifications to study the social world.
2. The typifications we use in daily life are usually generic and homogeneous rather than focused on unique characteristics.
3. The typifications we use in daily life are focused on unique characteristics rather than being generic and homogeneous.
4. Because we cannot help but see ourselves as unique individuals, it is virtually impossible for us to typify our own self.
5. Language, especially the labels we use, are examples of typification.


1. False
2. True
3. False
4. False
5. True

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