Author Question: The looking-glass self a. is always an accurate perception of how others see us. b. may not be ... (Read 44 times)

codyclark · **on:** Jul 1, 2018

The looking-glass self

a. is always an accurate perception of how others see us.
b. may not be an accurate perception of how others view us.
c. is not a useful concept because it may be inaccurate.
d. may be distorted, so sociologists argue against it as a means of developing self-concept.
e. takes place very carefully and consciously.

Question 2

According to Collins, credentials are required for jobs even when they are not necessary because

a. they allow those who can afford them to maintain a strong hold on elite occupations.
b. they perpetuate a meritocratic society.
c. they fulfill a vital service for society by verifying additional education.
d. otherwise the best talent would be lost.
e. they provide worthwhile goals for those who lack advanced degrees.