Which of the following best illustrates a pluralistic society?
a. It is composed of a number of subcultural groups and has a low potential for misunderstandings or hostilities.
b. It is composed of a number of subcultural groups such as found in the U.S. and Canada.
c. It is found in the United States and the United Kingdom but because of diffusion it is rapidly disappearing.
d. It is a peaceable society that promotes a great deal of cultural and social solidarity.
e. It is a type of society that first developed with immigration, but is no longer in existence.
ANSWER:
b
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