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Which of the following schools of thought views humans as responding to abstract meanings and symbols as well as to concrete meanings?
conflict
functionalist
interactionist
consensus
Ans: Interactionist schools of thought : It views humans as responding to abstract meanings and symbols as well as to concrete meanings. The main concept is that meaning is produced through the interactions of individuals and human action and interaction are understandable only through the exchange of meaningful communication or symbols.
other terms:
Conflict schools of thought views competition between groups within society over limited resources.
Functionalists schools of thought focuses on the purpose of consciousness and behavior.It explains the mental processes in a more systematic and accurate manner.
Consensus school of thought downplayed conflict and instead emphasized the values that Americans share. This approach mainly emphasizes national unity.