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What is a common characteristic of society, according to various definitions?
What is a common characteristic of society, according to various definitions?
- Geographical boundaries
- Political structures
- Economic systems
- Unique culture (correct)
According to Bustos and Espiritu, what is a key aspect of society?
According to Bustos and Espiritu, what is a key aspect of society?
- Long-established relationships (correct)
- Social hierarchy
- Political power
- Economic growth
What is a society, according to Serrano and Cajigal?
What is a society, according to Serrano and Cajigal?
- A web of social relationships (correct)
- A group of people living together
- A social system of institutions
- A cultural group with shared customs
What is a defining feature of a society, according to Tulio?
What is a defining feature of a society, according to Tulio?
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What is a characteristic of a society, according to the New World Encyclopedia?
What is a characteristic of a society, according to the New World Encyclopedia?
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What is a society, according to Lexico and Cambridge Dictionary?
What is a society, according to Lexico and Cambridge Dictionary?
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Study Notes
Definition of Society
- A community of people living in a particular country or region with shared customs, laws, and organizations
- A large group of people who live together in an organized way, making decisions and sharing work
- A grouping of individuals with common interests, distinctive culture, and institutions, which may refer to a particular ethnic group or broader cultural group
Characteristics of Society
- Possesses a unique culture that is more or less distinct
- Consists of all groups and groupings that individuals within it are members of
Understanding Society
- A social system of long-established relationships and a certain way of life recognized and followed by its members
- A "web of social relationships" that is key to understanding human behavior and various institutions within it
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Explore the different meanings of society, including the community of people living in a particular country or region with shared customs and laws, and a large group of people making decisions and sharing work.
