If we are all unique, why do we categorize?
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If we are all unique, why do we categorize?
Unit 1, Problem 2
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Social Category:
Any classification that can serve to separate members of
a society into subgroups.
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Example Social CategoriesGender
Ethnic
Religious
Economic
Legal
Political
Temporal
Sexual
Physical
Nationality
Professional
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How much do we rely on social categories?
Who are you more likely to ask…
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For advice about right and wrong?
64%36% 1. An atheist evolutionary biologist?
2. A religious scholar and spiritual leader?
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For advice on running a successful political campaign?
91%9% 1. An impoverished former lawyer?
2. A wealthy former US president?
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For parenting advice?
5%95% 1. A stay-at-home mom with a large family?
2. A divorced male Hollywood star?
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To build a community center in your town?
10%90% 1. A Christian from the American South?
2. A Muslim from the Indian South?
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For investment advice?
100%0% 1. A former waitress from California?
2. A former chairman of the NASDAQ stock market from New York?
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Based on the research you have conducted, if we are all
unique, why do we categorize?