1. Liquid society / Echo Chambers
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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.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The phenomenon where an excess of choices can lead to stress, dissatisfaction, and decision paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of opportunity cost?

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

    What is the impact of digital platforms on social fragmentation?

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

    What challenges does constant connectivity pose to social interaction?

    <p>It makes it difficult to gauge the appropriate level of engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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