Which of the following most accurately defines a symbol?
A) ?A symbol is anything that stands for something else and has a particular meaning for people who share a culture.
B) ?A symbol refers to a strong prohibition of any act that is forbidden because it is considered to be extremely offensive.
C) A symbol is a formally defined norm about what is permissible or illegal.?
D) A symbol refers to norms that people consider very important because they maintain moral and ethical behavior.?
E) A symbol is a formal and repeated behavior that unites people.
Ans: A) ?A symbol is anything that stands for something else and has a particular meaning for people who share a culture.
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