1. Liquid society / Echo Chambers
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In late-capitalist societies, what does the expansion of the market dimension coincide with?

  • Certain realms of life
  • Physical marketplaces
  • The entire social sphere (correct)
  • Selected market sectors

According to Bauman, the image of "liquidity" represents:

  • The balanced and secure nature of institutions, relationships, and identities in the current era
  • The solid and stable nature of institutions, relationships, and identities in the current era
  • The rigid and predictable nature of institutions, relationships, and identities in the current era
  • The volatile, ever-changing, and elusive nature of institutions, relationships, and identities in the current era (correct)

In liquid societies, individuals should be flexible and adaptable to constantly pursue new opportunities.

  • True (correct)
  • False

The playlist paradigm reflects a shift in consumer behavior towards personalized preferences.

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According to Barry Schwartz in his book 'The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less' (2004), what does the paradox of choice describe?

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What is the concept of opportunity cost?

<p>The value of the opportunity foregone when deciding to allocate limited resources in a certain way. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the dynamics introduced by liquid society shape social relationships?

<p>By accelerating the dissolution of traditional social structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of digital platforms on social fragmentation?

<p>They amplify the dynamics of fragmentation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does constant connectivity impact the development and maintenance of relationships?

<p>Creating unnecessary stress and strain on relationships (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges does constant connectivity pose to social interaction?

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Market Expansion

The growth of market forces into areas outside of traditional economic practice.

Social Sphere

All aspects of human interaction and relationships.

Late-Capitalism

A stage of capitalism characterized by wide market penetration.

Coincidence

Simultaneous occurrence; happening at the same time.

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Market Dimension

The economic aspect of society concerned with goods and services.

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Expansion of the Market

The widening reach of market forces into areas outside of pure economics.

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Social Sphere (in Late Capitalism)

The social realm in a system where the market significantly shapes interactions.

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What does market expansion coincide with?

The influence of the market into all social aspects

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How does market expansion affect society?

Market forces spread into the overall social environment.

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Concept of Late Capitalism

Capitalism where markets influence virtually all social interactions.

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