Critics of the symbolic interaction theory state that interactionists overlook the irrational andunconscious aspects of behavior. Which of the following statements, if true, is likely to weaken this criticism?
A) Interactionists have an overly optimistic andunrealistic view of people's everyday choices.
B) Research indicates that people mostly behave reflectively and contemplate things before taking action.
C)Studies show that people act impulsively and rarely fear the consequences of hasty actions.
D) Interactionists focus only on macro factors when examining individuals' behavior.
Question 2
Child development frames of reference, like those of Erikson and Piaget, tend to share with symbolic interaction theories an emphasis on
A) eight clearly defined stages of development throughout the life course.
B) language, reasoning, and social influences.
C) overt behaviors and learning through conditioning.
D) erotic impulses and unconscious processes.
The work of Charles Darwin forms the foundation for modern evolutionary theory.
Why leaves are green: interaction of light with chloroplasts.
Worldviews Theory
Two-Factor Theory
The Nebular Theory
No gene interaction in the production of feather color in budgerigar parakeets