In the “nature versus nurture” argument regarding socialization, the “nurture” component refers to __________.

a. social influence
b. contact with others
c. cultural tradition
d. heredity


Answer: a. social influence

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Joe engaged in an online affair, but when he was caught by his wife, he insisted in was not an affair. He was likely to use all of the following reasons to deny guilt, EXCEPT that

a) no real sex took place. b) it was merely fun. c) it only involved a relationship to a machine. d) no one was hurt by the affair.

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a. Observations that are highly organized; suitable for multi-site projects b. Observing people in their natural state c. Observations about social institutions d. Observations about organizations and people who run them

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a. blended family b. family of orientation c. extended family d. family of procreation

Sociology