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Question 6 • Sociology - EL1120

A symbol is

Answer
A
the unintended and unrecognized consequence of an element of society.
B
anything that represents something else.
C
a description comprised of the essential characteristics of a feature of society.
D
the consequence that an element of society produces for the maintenance of its social system.

Explanation

A symbol is something that represents or stands for something else. For example, a flag can represent a country. Choice B gives this definition; the other choices describe types of consequences or a description of a social feature.

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