In order to manage the enormous amount of information in our environment, humans tend to engage in mental economy strategies. One of such strategies is called categorization. Which of the following statement is NOT true regarding categorization?
A. Categorization helps us to reduce uncertainty in our environment.
B. Categorization helps us to meet functional needs and achieve goals.
C. Categorization can maximize the advantage of the ingroup.
D. Categorization bridges differences between ingroups and outgroups.
D. Categorization bridges differences between ingroups and outgroups.
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All of the following are examples of concluding or "exit lines" EXCEPT
a. "Let's get together again sometime." b. "This place is really crowded today." c. "I'll call you later." d. "Let's meet next week for lunch." e. "I have to go because I really need to speak to the instructor before she leaves class."
One mode of acculturation, called integration, occurs when ______.
a. individuals desire contact with the host culture while not necessarily maintaining an identity with their native culture b. individuals desire a high level of interaction with the host culture while maintaining their identity with their native culture c. individuals prefer low levels of interaction with the host culture while desiring a close connection with their native culture d. individuals choose not to identify with their native culture or the host culture