Jokes that rely on stereotyping a group as stupid or inept are often repeated substituting different ethnic groups. This is an example of the concept of
A. cultural relativism.
B. stereotype interchangeability.
C. selective identity.
D. universal applicability.
Answer: B
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b. Values are never the source of cultural tensions. c. Values may cause conflict in society. d. Values create ideals that cannot ever be achieved.
In studying the differences between male and female interaction, we see that:
a. men take up more speaking time than women. b. women interrupt men more often than men interrupt women. c. women take up more speaking time than men. d. women are less likely to smile.
The ______ perspective sees a certain amount of deviance as useful for society.
A. conflict B. interactionist C. feminist D. functionalist
When asked about the major advantages of prostitution, the majority of streetwalkers gave ________ as an answer.
A. "money" B. "good working hours" C. "enjoyed their job" D. "exciting life style"