One of the key values of United States culture as defined by sociologist Robin Williams Jr. is the belief in progress. The concept of progress means that ___________.

a. people in the United States believe that the present is better than the past and the future will be better still
b. U.S. society favors action over inaction
c. people in the United States believe that everyone should have equal opportunities
d. the U.S. culture is built heavily on material comforts


Answer: a. people in the United States believe that the present is better than the past and the future will be better still

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