Which of the following is considered a "practice" (as opposed to a belief or value)?
a. Always drinking water after exercise
b. Thinking often about cleanliness
c. Placing an emphasis on success
d. Maintaining youth
A
A practice is a set of behaviors that one follows, such as always drinking water after exercise. Being preoccupied with cleanliness, placing an emphasis on success, and maintaining youth are examples of values that are dominant in U.S. culture.
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