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Culture

Question 1 • RYLE25 - PSYCHOLOGY - FULL CREDIT

When diffusion of cultural elements occurs, the result is that __________.

Answer
A
the dominant culture resists the pressures of change
B
cultural practices are adopted in new places and contexts
C
the customs of a dominant culture are forced on others
D
cultural universals are undermined in many societies

Explanation

Diffusion is the spread of cultural ideas and practices from one group or place to another. As those elements spread, people may adopt them in new places and adapt them to different contexts. Therefore, the result is that cultural practices are adopted in new places and contexts.

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