According to your textbook, why might anthropologists – those trained to study culture – be surprised by the enthusiasm for ‘excellence’?
a. Cultures that sought to constantly reemphasize their symbols, rituals, and beliefs were those in trouble
b. Anthropologists have argued for centuries that strong cultures lead to excellence
c. All strong cultures experience a decline, like the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and British empires
d. Anthropologists argued that there is no such thing as a strong culture
a. Cultures that sought to constantly reemphasize their symbols, rituals, and beliefs were those in trouble
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A. employee relations B. staffing C. ethics and sustainability D. labor and industrial relations E. compensation and benefits
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.