Understanding Social Construction
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What is implied by the phrase 'transparent social constructions'?

  • Things that are inherently subjective
  • Things that are self-evidently created by societies (correct)
  • Things that are universally accepted as true
  • Things that are independent of human perception
  • What is the main issue with the idea that facts about elementary particles or dinosaurs are socially constructed?

  • It is a widely accepted philosophical position
  • It is a well-established scientific fact
  • It is a concept that is difficult to understand
  • It implies that scientific theorizing can cause physical reality (correct)
  • What is the difference between dinosaurs and quarks in the context of social construction?

  • Dinosaurs are socially constructed, while quarks are not
  • Dinosaurs existed before societies, while quarks did not (correct)
  • Dinosaurs are studied in biology, while quarks are studied in physics
  • Dinosaurs are physical objects, while quarks are theoretical
  • According to the philosopher, what is an example of something that could not have existed without societies?

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    What is the author's tone towards the idea that dinosaurs and quarks are socially constructed?

    <p>Criticizing of the idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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