The idea of "getting" a joke, according to the text, depends on ________

a. knowing the joke teller well.
b. having a different social background than the joke teller.
c. understanding the two realities involved and appreciating their difference.
d. understanding exactly why someone is telling a joke.


Answer: c

Sociology

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

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A. Crony capitalism B. Mercantilism C. Welfare capitalism D. Totalitarianism E. Corporate capitalism

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The statement "Norms governing body language are learned" emphasizes which one of the following factors?

a. socialization b. structural constraints c. sexism d. feminism

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