Which of the following is(are) true of culture?

a. culture would be significant whether people held it in common or not
b. despite the cultural diversity that exists in American society, there are symbols, language patterns, belief systems, and ways of thinking that are distinctively American and form a common culture
c.cultural beliefs and practices are as much the result of nature as nurture
d. all of the above

Which of the following is(are) true of culture

a. culture would be significant whether people held it in common or not
b. despite the cultural diversity that exists in American society, there are symbols, language patterns, belief systems, and ways of thinking that are distinctively American and form a common culture
c. cultural beliefs and practices are as much the result of nature as nurture
d. all of the above

It’s A!

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To determine which of the statements are true, let's examine each option.

a. Culture would be significant whether people held it in common or not.
To evaluate the truth of this statement, we can think about the purpose and importance of culture. Culture encompasses various aspects such as values, beliefs, norms, behaviors, and material objects that are shared by a group of people. Culture plays a significant role in shaping individuals' identities, social behaviors, and interactions. It influences how people perceive and interpret the world around them. Therefore, it can be said that culture holds significance even if people don't share it in common. Thus, the statement "culture would be significant whether people held it in common or not" is true.

b. Despite the cultural diversity that exists in American society, there are symbols, language patterns, belief systems, and ways of thinking that are distinctively American and form a common culture.
To determine the accuracy of this statement, we need to consider the concept of cultural diversity and common culture within American society. While it is true that the United States is a culturally diverse nation composed of various ethnic, religious, and racial groups, there are still elements that contribute to a distinctively American culture. Symbols like the flag or the national anthem, language patterns like English being the primary language, belief systems like democracy and individualism, and ways of thinking like the American dream are examples of elements that form a common culture in America. Thus, the statement "despite the cultural diversity that exists in American society, there are symbols, language patterns, belief systems, and ways of thinking that are distinctively American and form a common culture" is true.

c. Cultural beliefs and practices are as much the result of nature as nurture.
To assess the validity of this statement, we need to consider the factors that influence cultural beliefs and practices. Cultural beliefs and practices are shaped by a combination of nature (biological and genetic factors) and nurture (environmental and societal influences). While it is true that individuals are born with certain predispositions that may influence their cultural behaviors, cultural beliefs and practices are primarily constructed through socialization, learning, and interactions with others in a particular cultural context. Therefore, it is accurate to state that cultural beliefs and practices are as much the result of nature as nurture. Thus, the statement "cultural beliefs and practices are as much the result of nature as nurture" is true.

d. All of the above.
Based on the analysis above, we can conclude that all of the statements presented are true. Therefore, the statement "all of the above" is true.

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