Question

why is language considered an important component of culture?

a. it is the sole means of understanding the history and cultural identity of the people residing in an area
b. it determines, not simply influences, human behavior and interpretation of social reality.
c. it helps people create and transmit culture from one generation to the next by manipulating symbols.
d. it is solely a human characteristic and thus gives humans power over other nonhuman species.

official statistics are problematic in social science research because of limitations such as victims not reporting the crime because of embarrassment or fear of reprisal by the perpetrator.

select one:

true

false

Explanation:

• For the first question: Language is a key tool for cultural creation and transmission. Option c correctly states that it helps in creating and passing on culture via symbols. Option a is incorrect as it's not the sole means (other elements like art, traditions also play roles). Option b is wrong as language influences, not determines human behavior. Option d is off - topic as the question is about culture, not human - non - human power.
• For the second question: In social science research, official statistics can be inaccurate. Victims may under - report crimes due to embarrassment or fear of reprisal, which is a known limitation. So the statement is True.

Answer:

c. It helps people create and transmit culture from one generation to the next by manipulating symbols.
True