An American sociologist receives a grant to study racial and religious prejudice among the peoples of Southeast Asia. The sociologist makes a serious and unbiased effort to evaluate the norms, values, and customs of these Asian peoples in light of the distinctive cultures of which they are part. This is an example of ________.
A. xenocentrism
B. cultural deconstruction
C. cultural relativism
D. ethnocentrism
Answer: C
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