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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 1, 2018
What is meant by the irrationality of rationality?
 
  a. the world is essentially absurd and without meaning.
  b. this is a phrase used to discuss the negative effects of rationalization.
  c. rational systems get so convoluted that they lose themselves in internal logic.
  d. people are by nature irrational, so it is impossible for social scientists to make sense of their behavior.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a problem of rationality that worries Ritzer?
 
  a. the dehumanization of people
  b. disenchantment in taking the mystery out of life
  c. the greater productivity of the work force
  d. the bleakness and blandness of an overly rational society


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Dinolord

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

B

Answer to Question 2

C


Mr3Hunna

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Reply 2 on: Jul 1, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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