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Yi-Chen

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on: Jul 10, 2018
Define ethnocentrism and explain how it can be maladaptive.
 
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Why is work such as applied anthropology important in our world today?
 
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Rilsmarie951

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ethnocentrism is judging other cultures by your own. It involves an attitude of cultural superiority and looking at other cultures from the point of view of one's own culture. It is often the source of racism.

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It helps us make better informed decisions, it opens up our eyes to new perspectives, and it improves the lives of people facing difficult changes.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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