According to Thorstein Veblen, which of the following instincts drives people to figure out, and manipulate the material world?

a. instinct of workmanship
b. parental bent
c. idle curiosity
d. emulation


c. idle curiosity

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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What benefits do men have over women with reference to traditional gender roles?

What will be an ideal response?

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In many traditional societies communication with the dead is facilitated by a

A. medicine man. B. necroman. C. shaman. D. soothsayer.

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Why are race and ethnicity important concepts today?

a. They provide privileges and opportunities. b. They are rooted in DNA. c. They are social constructions d. They are not important today.

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