Explain the difference between the terms sex and gender as described in the book

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Sex is a biological designation of being male or female. Gender is a broader term, which encompasses biological sex (male or female); the psychological characteristics of masculinity, femininity, and androgyny; attitudes about sex; and sexual orientation.

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Give one example of how framing assumptions help people make decisions about what symbols are used and how these symbols should be interpreted.

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What is chronological division? Give an example of when you would use it

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Which of the following roles allows all group members a say

in the process? a. tension reliever b. observer c. gatekeeper d. clarifier

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How do mass and social media differ?

A) Social media allows for digitalization, unlike mass media. B) Mass media cultivate convergence, but social media do not. C) Social media have nearly instant speed while mass media do not. D) Mass media are easier to manipulate than social media. E) All of these choices.

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