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QuizMultiple Choice

Culture

Question 8 • TX-Psychology

Which of the following statements correctly represents the difference between diffusion and appropriation?

Answer
A
Diffusion occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture, and appropriation occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups.
B
Diffusion occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit, and appropriation occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another.
C
Diffusion occurs when a group adopts some beliefs of another culture but remains distinct from other groups, and appropriation occurs when a group is fully integrated into another culture.
D
Diffusion occurs when one aspect of a culture is spread from one society to another, and appropriation occurs when cultures adopt the customs of other cultures for their own benefit.

Explanation

Diffusion is the spread of a cultural trait or aspect from one society to another. Appropriation is when people or groups adopt customs or elements from another culture, often for their own use or benefit. Choice D correctly matches each term with its meaning; the other choices confuse diffusion and appropriation with integration or cultural assimilation.

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