According to the text, _____ is characterized by less prominence of personal ties, a somewhat diminished role of the nuclear family, and a lessened sense of personal loyalty to the total society.
A. gemeinschaft
B. gesellschaft
C. verstehen
D. sui generis
Answer: B
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