Which of these terms refers to the group whose values prevail in a given society?
a. cultural assimilation c. dominant culture
b. cultural diversity d. oppression
C
The cultural group whose values predominate in a given society is called the dominant culture; a minority group is a group that does not constitute the largest numerical portion of a given population. Characteristics of the dominant culture, including its norms, beliefs, and behavioral expectations, are assumed by individuals and groups through the process of acculturation.
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a. Cheese b. Cabbage c. Rice d. Yogurt
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