Why do sociologists often use the term symbolic culture to refer to nonmaterial culture?
A. elements of nonmaterial culture, such as language and gestures, are also known as symbols
B. nonmaterial culture is a subset of symbolic culture
C. the terms are mistakenly used synonymously
D. symbolic culture only covers nonverbal forms of communication within a culture
Ans: A. elements of nonmaterial culture, such as language and gestures, are also known as symbols
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