Define prescriptive and proscriptive norms providing concrete examples for both.
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Proscriptive norms are established to discourage improper behavior and the negative consequences that follow it. Prescriptive norms encourage proper behavior and the positive consequences they produce. Prohibition of Pre or extramarital sex is a proscriptive norm. Monogamous, sexual intercourse in legally recognized wedlock is a prescriptive norm.
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Every organization must adapt to change. Describe how an organization to which you belong coped with change. Was the adaptation successful? Why or why not? What was your role? Did you feel as though you had some influence over the adaptation strategy? Why or why not?
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In a(n) _____ democracy, the eligible voters meet together to discuss issues and make their decisions
a. indirect b. representative c. direct d. totalitarian
The unemployment rates for men and women in 2010 showed ______________
A. men had higher unemployment rates B. women had higher unemployment rates C. 2010 was an aberration for unemployment statistics D. rates of unemployment were even
the federal policy of termination was intended to encourage
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