Which of the following is the correct definition of the term ideologies?
a. Shared beliefs about the physical, social, and metaphysical worlds
b. The knowledge, beliefs, and customs that the members of a social organization share
c. Norms that are viewed as less important and are not severely punished if violated
d. The arrangement of people in order of importance
Answer: a. Shared beliefs about the physical, social, and metaphysical worlds
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