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Which concept refers to the perception of different cultures defining reality differently?
Which concept refers to the perception of different cultures defining reality differently?
- Ethnocentrism (correct)
- Mores
- Values
- Cultural relativism
What is technology in the context of culture?
What is technology in the context of culture?
- Shared and contested ethical standards and moral obligations
- Patterns of repetitive behavior that become habitual and conventional
- Practical application of knowledge in converting raw materials into finished products (correct)
- Differences in social behaviors exhibited by different cultures
What do folkways refer to?
What do folkways refer to?
- Patterns of repetitive behavior that become habitual and conventional (correct)
- Practical application of knowledge in converting raw materials into finished products
- Differences in social behaviors that different cultures exhibit
- Set of ethical standards and moral obligations
What does cultural relativism attempt to do?
What does cultural relativism attempt to do?
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Cultural Concepts
- Cultural Relativism: The concept that different cultures define reality differently, and that there is no one "universal" truth.
- Technology in Culture: The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, shaped by cultural values and beliefs.
- Folkways: Traditional customs and practices of a group or culture, often passed down through generations, influencing social behavior and norms.
Cultural Relativism
- Goal: Attempts to understand and respect cultural differences, avoiding judgment or evaluation of other cultures based on one's own cultural norms.
- Implication: Recognizes that cultural norms and values are relative, and that what is considered "right" or "wrong" can vary greatly across cultures.
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